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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Greenock is to bus via Shudehill Interchange which costs £25 - £55 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Greenock is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Greenock?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Greenock West via Manchester Piccadilly, Preston and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Greenock?

The distance between Macclesfield and Greenock is 264 miles. The road distance is 254.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Greenock without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £30 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Macclesfield to Greenock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Greenock train from?

Macclesfield to Greenock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Macclesfield to Greenock?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Greenock is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £30 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Shudehill Interchange, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 7h 19m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £170 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Greenock train arrive?

Macclesfield to Greenock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Greenock?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Greenock is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Macclesfield to Greenock.

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

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Where can I stay near Greenock?

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Macclesfield to Greenock - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Macclesfield to Greenock 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 Manchester Piccadilly to PrestonManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 7m
£35–151
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
7h 19m
£26–55
Drive 253.3 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Greenock253.3 mi
4h 11m
£63–91
Fly Manchester Airport to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)MAN - GLA
5h 35m
£75–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
7h 44m
£39–70
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
4h 54m
£64–215
Train to Liverpool, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LPL - GLA
6h 18m
£86–191
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
5h 48m
£70–224
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
6h 41m
£79–214

Macclesfield to Greenock by train

214Weekly Trains

5h 7mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.2 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Greenock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Greenock West via Manchester Piccadilly, Preston, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to West Stewart Street via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly Gardens, Shudehill Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 19m.

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