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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Clitheroe is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Clitheroe is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Clitheroe?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station and arriving at Park Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Clitheroe?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Clitheroe via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Clitheroe?

The distance between Macclesfield and Clitheroe is 53 miles. The road distance is 51.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Clitheroe without a car is to train via Bolton which takes 2h 38m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Macclesfield to Clitheroe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Clitheroe bus from?

Macclesfield to Clitheroe bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Clitheroe train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Clitheroe?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Clitheroe is to train via Bolton which takes 2h 38m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £21 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Clitheroe bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Clitheroe bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Clitheroe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Clitheroe?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Clitheroe is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Macclesfield to Clitheroe.

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

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Where can I stay near Clitheroe?

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Macclesfield to Clitheroe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Train via Bolton
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Clitheroetrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2h 38m
£18–38
Drive 51.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Clitheroecar 51.6 mi
1h 11m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park Streetbus M2
3h 15m
£14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macclesfield to Clitheroetaxi 51.6 mi
1h 11m
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Clitheroetrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2h 42m
£20–40
Line 37 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Arrival Standbus 1
3h 50m

Macclesfield to Clitheroe by train

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Distance: 52.9 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Clitheroe via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Park Street via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 3h 15m.

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