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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Trafford is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Trafford is to drive which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Park Way via Wythenshawe Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Parkway via Piccadilly and Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Trafford?

The distance between Macclesfield and Trafford is 22 miles. The road distance is 20.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Trafford without a car is to train and tram which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Macclesfield to Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Trafford bus from?

Macclesfield to Trafford bus services, operated by D&G Bus, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Trafford train from?

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

Where does the Macclesfield to Trafford bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Trafford bus services, operated by D&G Bus, arrive at Wythenshawe Interchange station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Trafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Trafford is 21 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Macclesfield to Trafford.

Where can I stay near Trafford?

There are 3586+ hotels available in Trafford.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Macclesfield to Trafford 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 Deansgate-Castlefield to ParkwayRed Line
52 min
£9–20
Drive 20.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Trafford20.8 mi
25 min
£6–8
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Ashburton Road WestX50
1h 9m
Line 130 bus, line 248 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wythenshawe Interchange130
2. Take the bus from Wythenshawe Interchange to Park Way248
3h 13m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macclesfield to Trafford20.8 mi
25 min
£45–60

Macclesfield to Trafford by train and tram

433Weekly Services

52 minAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

You can take a bus from Railway Station to Park Way via Wythenshawe Interchange in around 3h 13m.

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