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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Handforth is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Handforth is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £20 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Handforth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from General Hospital and arriving at Paddock North. Services depart twice daily, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Handforth via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Handforth?

The distance between Macclesfield and Handforth is 16 miles. The road distance is 8.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Handforth without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £5 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Macclesfield to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Handforth bus from?

Macclesfield to Handforth bus services, operated by High Peak, depart from General Hospital station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Handforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Handforth?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Handforth is to train which takes 42 min and costs £5 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 130 bus, which costs £6 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Macclesfield to Handforth bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Handforth bus services, operated by High Peak, arrive at Paddock North station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Handforth train arrive?

Macclesfield to Handforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Handforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Handforth is 9 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Macclesfield to Handforth.

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

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Macclesfield to Handforth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 130 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Macclesfield to Handforth by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to StockportBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to HandforthManchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
42 min
£6–22
Drive 8.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Handforth8.6 mi
14 min
£3–4
Line 130 bus
1. Take the bus from General Hospital to Paddock North130
45 min
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macclesfield to Handforth8.6 mi
14 min
£20–25

Macclesfield to Handforth by train

219Weekly Trains

42 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 16.4 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Handforth via Stockport in around 42 min. Alternatively, High Peak operates a bus from General Hospital to Paddock North twice daily. Tickets cost £6 and the journey takes 45 min.

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