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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Tameside is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Tameside is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Tameside?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Tameside. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Tameside?

The distance between Macclesfield and Tameside is 23 miles. The road distance is 20.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Tameside without a car is to train and tram which takes 56 min and costs £6 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Macclesfield to Tameside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Tameside train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Tameside?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Tameside is to line 330 bus which takes 1h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £7 - £24 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Tameside train arrive?

Macclesfield to Tameside train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Tameside?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Tameside is 21 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Macclesfield to Tameside.

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

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Where can I stay near Tameside?

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Macclesfield to Tameside - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 330 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Macclesfield to Tameside by train, tram, bus, 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, tram
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Ashton-under-LyneBlue Line
56 min
£7–18
Drive 20.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Tameside20.7 mi
33 min
£6–8
Line 330 bus
1. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange330
1h 17m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macclesfield to Tameside20.7 mi
33 min
£45–55
Train
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to StalybridgeManchester Piccadilly - York / ...
1h 3m
£8–23

Macclesfield to Tameside by train and tram

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56 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

Bee Network operates a bus from Stockport Interchange to Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Stalybridge via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 3m.

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