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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Settle is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Settle is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Settle?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Settle. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Settle via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Settle?

The distance between Macclesfield and Settle is 72 miles. The road distance is 71.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Settle without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Macclesfield to Settle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Settle train from?

Macclesfield to Settle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Settle?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Settle is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Settle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Settle?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Settle is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Macclesfield to Settle.

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

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Where can I stay near Settle?

There are 935+ hotels available in Settle.

Macclesfield to Settle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 130 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Macclesfield to Settle by train, bus, car, or tram

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 Victoria to SettleRochdale - Ribblehead
3h 23m
£46–58
Drive 71.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Settle71.2 mi
1h 27m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Printworks to Bus StationX43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station ArriveM6
5h 16m
Line 130 bus, tram, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wythenshawe Interchange130
2. Take the tram from Wythenshawe Town Centre to Victoria
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Settle
5h 3m

Macclesfield to Settle by train and tram

2Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.6 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Settle twice a week. Tickets cost £39–41 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Market Place via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly Gardens, Printworks, Bus Station, and Bus Station Stand 2 in around 5h 16m.

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