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

The cheapest way to get from Ramsbottom to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ramsbottom to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Ramsbottom and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ramsbottom to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Church and arriving at Piccadilly Gardens via Bury Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Ramsbottom to Macclesfield?

The distance between Ramsbottom and Macclesfield is 33 miles. The road distance is 34.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ramsbottom to Macclesfield without a car is to bus and tram and train which takes 1h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Ramsbottom to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ramsbottom to Macclesfield bus from?

Ramsbottom to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from St Paul's Church station.

Where does the Ramsbottom to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Ramsbottom to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bury Interchange station.

Can I drive from Ramsbottom to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ramsbottom to Macclesfield is 35 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Ramsbottom to Macclesfield.

Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1365+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

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

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

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Bus, tram, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ramsbottom East Lancs Railway to Stanhope Avenuebus X41
2. Take the tram from Prestwich to Piccadillytram
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain
1h 24m
Drive 34.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ramsbottom to Macclesfieldcar 34.3 mi
44 min
£9–13
Line 472 bus, line 135 bus
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Church to Bury Interchangebus 472
2. Take the bus from Bury Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 135
2h 1m
£10–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ramsbottom to Macclesfieldtaxi 34.3 mi
44 min
£70–90
Line 472 bus, tram, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Church to Bury Interchangebus 472
2. Take the tram from Bury to Piccadillytram
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain
1h 37m
£11–21

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Distance: 32.5 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a bus from St Paul's Church to Macclesfield via Bury Interchange, Piccadilly Gardens, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 1m.

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