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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Folkestone is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 21m.

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 50m and costs £65 - £460.

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 50m.

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 50m and costs £65 - £460.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m 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.

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 1167+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Macclesfield to Folkestone - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Macclesfield to Folkestone by train, car, or plane

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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 50m
£68–451
Drive 241.1 mi
cheapest
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 37m
£82–276
Train via Royal Leamington Spa
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Leamington Spa
2. Take the train from Leamington Spa to London Marylebone
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
6h 16m
£84–261
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 4m
£201–439
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 38m
£94–257

Macclesfield to Folkestone by train and foot

93Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.3 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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 50m.

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