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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Inverness is to bus via Shudehill Interchange which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Inverness is to train and fly which takes 4h 22m and costs £95 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Inverness via Manchester Piccadilly and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Inverness?

The distance between Macclesfield and Inverness is 335 miles. The road distance is 383 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Inverness without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 9h 13m and costs £130 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Macclesfield to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Inverness train from?

Macclesfield to Inverness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Inverness?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Inverness is to train via Edinburgh which takes 9h 13m and costs £130 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus via Shudehill Interchange, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Inverness train arrive?

Macclesfield to Inverness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Inverness is 383 miles. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Macclesfield to Inverness.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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Macclesfield to Inverness - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Macclesfield to Inverness by train, plane, bus, or car

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

Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport to Invernesstrain
4h 22m
£98–229
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
9h 55m
£45–77
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
9h 13m
£131–302
Drive 380.8 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Invernesscar 380.8 mi
6h 38m
£94–135
Fly Manchester Airport to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
7h 1m
£124–302
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane BHX - INV
5h 23m
£94–290
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
6h 30m
£78–190
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
7h 52m
£145–333
Train
1. Take the train from Stockport to Invernesstrain London Euston - Inverness
9h 44m
£104–198
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
11h 10m
£62–136

Macclesfield to Inverness by train

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9h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 333.2 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Inverness via Manchester Piccadilly and Haymarket in around 9h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Bus Station Stance 3 via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 55m.

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