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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Colchester is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £80 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Colchester via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Colchester?

The distance between Macclesfield and Colchester is 221 miles. The road distance is 185.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Macclesfield to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Colchester train from?

Macclesfield to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Macclesfield station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Colchester train arrive?

Macclesfield to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Colchester is 186 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Macclesfield to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Macclesfield to Colchester - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Macclesfield to Colchester by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 58m
£82–130
Drive 184.6 mi
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1. Drive from Macclesfield to Colchestercar 184.6 mi
4h 8m
£46–66
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
4h 40m
£103–297
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
7h 14m
£97–157
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
6h 11m
£233–365
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Stationbus
6h 43m
£60–178
Fly to London Southend Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane MAN - SEN
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchestertrain
7h 8m
£68–256

Macclesfield to Colchester by train and bus

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Distance: 219.4 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Colchester via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 58m.

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