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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Rossendale is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Rossendale is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £14.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Rossendale?

The distance between Macclesfield and Rossendale is 36 miles. The road distance is 39.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Rossendale without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Macclesfield to Rossendale, including transfers.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Rossendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Rossendale is 40 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Macclesfield to Rossendale.

Where can I stay near Rossendale?

There are 3026+ hotels available in Rossendale.

Macclesfield to Rossendale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Macclesfield to Rossendale by train, bus, tram, car, or taxi

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Banbury - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationbus X43
1h 29m
Drive 39.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Rossendalecar 39.5 mi
54 min
£10–14
Train, tram, line 481 bus
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Burytram
3. Take the bus from Bury Interchange to Cliffe Cottagebus 481 / ...
1h 46m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macclesfield to Rossendaletaxi 39.5 mi
54 min
£80–100
Train, line 2 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station to Shudehill Interchangebus 2
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Vale Mill Courtbus X41
2h 5m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Macclesfield to Rossendale.

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Distance: 35.8 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

There is no direct connection from Macclesfield to Rossendale. However, you can take the train to Manchester Piccadilly, walk to Piccadilly, take the vehicle to Shudehill, walk to Shudehill Interchange, then take the bus to Bus station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Cliffe Cottage via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Bury, and Bury Interchange in around 1h 46m.

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