What is the cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan?

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan is to train and bus via Shrewsbury which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan?

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Cardigan?

The distance between Macclesfield and Cardigan is 209 miles. The road distance is 161.5 miles.

How do I travel from Macclesfield to Cardigan without a car?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 52m and costs £40 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan, including transfers.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Cardigan is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Macclesfield to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 836+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Macclesfield to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 38 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Macclesfield to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Wolverhampton
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Aberystwyth
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Cardigan Rugby ClubT5
6h 52m
£40–147
Train, bus via Shrewsbury
cheapest
1. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
8h 14m
£26–62
Line 38 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station38
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
7h 51m
Drive 160.5 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Cardigan160.5 mi
3h 42m
£40–58

Macclesfield to Cardigan by train and bus

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6h 52mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.7 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Cardigan, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Macclesfield to Cardigan. However, you can take the train to Wolverhampton, take the train to Aberystwyth, walk to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, then take the bus to Cardigan Rugby Club. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Finch Square C via Railway Station, Crewe, Shrewsbury, Aberystwyth, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 7h 51m.

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