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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Carnforth is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Carnforth is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Carnforth via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Carnforth?

The distance between Macclesfield and Carnforth is 76 miles. The road distance is 77.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £9 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Macclesfield to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Carnforth train from?

Macclesfield to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Macclesfield station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Carnforth is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £9 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Carnforth train arrive?

Macclesfield to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Carnforth is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Macclesfield to Carnforth.

How do I get a train ticket from Macclesfield to Carnforth?

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Macclesfield to Carnforth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Macclesfield to Carnforth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 32m
£9–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
3h 35m
£15–32
Drive 77.4 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Carnforth77.4 mi
1h 20m
£20–28

Macclesfield to Carnforth by train

73Weekly Trains

2h 32mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75.8 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Carnforth via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std 4 times a day. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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