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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Macclesfield via Glasgow Central, Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Paisley to Macclesfield?

The distance between Paisley and Macclesfield is 248 miles. The road distance is 239.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Paisley to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Macclesfield train from?

Paisley to Macclesfield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Paisley to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Paisley to Macclesfield is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 7h 5m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £160 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Paisley to Macclesfield train arrive?

Paisley to Macclesfield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Paisley to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Macclesfield is 240 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Paisley to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Paisley to Macclesfield - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Paisley to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to LancasterGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 35m
£40–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030 / ...
7h 5m
£23–56
Drive 238.2 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Macclesfield238.2 mi
3h 59m
£59–85
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
4h 38m
£65–155
Bus via Espedair Burn
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
8h 3m
£36–69
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
5h 44m
£75–183
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Macclesfield
4h 48m
£52–120
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Macclesfield
5h 59m
£62–138

Paisley to Macclesfield by train

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4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.2 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Macclesfield via Glasgow Central, Lancaster, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 5h.

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