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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Folkestone is to bus which costs £20 - £45 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £65 - £470.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Folkestone?

The distance between Macclesfield and Folkestone is 237 miles. The road distance is 242.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £65 - £470.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Macclesfield to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £65 - £470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Folkestone is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Macclesfield to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1173+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Macclesfield to Folkestone - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Macclesfield to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to London EustonStockport - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 55m
£69–464
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to DoverMichalovce
8h 35m
£20–43
Drive 241.1 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Folkestone241.1 mi
4h 21m
£60–86
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
5h 40m
£83–286
Train via London
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to London EustonStockport - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 26m
£68–463
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Oxford
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Green Line Coach Station
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
8h 48m
£73–164
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
7h 6m
£205–444
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
7h 45m
£95–267

Macclesfield to Folkestone by train and foot

56Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.3 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Folkestone Central via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to The Cube via Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent station, Bus Station, Newhall St, Birmingham, Dover, and Pencester Road in around 8h 35m.

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