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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Macclesfield via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Stirling to Macclesfield?

The distance between Stirling and Macclesfield is 276 miles. The road distance is 248.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Stirling to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Macclesfield train from?

Stirling to Macclesfield train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Stirling station.

Train or bus from Stirling to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Stirling to Macclesfield is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Stirling to Macclesfield train arrive?

Stirling to Macclesfield train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Macclesfield is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Stirling to Macclesfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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Stirling to Macclesfield - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Stirling to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Stirling to Stockporttrain Inverness - London Euston
5h 11m
£68–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 37m
£31–59
Drive 247 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Macclesfieldcar 247 mi
4h 5m
£61–88
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 38m
£70–209
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Stirling to Haymarkettrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Stockporttrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street
5h 21m
£89–176
Train via Edinburgh #2
1. Take the train from Stirling to Haymarkettrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 28m
£91–180
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfieldtrain
5h 6m
£83–182
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfieldtrain
5h 10m
£74–180
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Stirling to Aberdeentrain
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
6h 32m
£134–305

Stirling to Macclesfield by train

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 274.7 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Stirling to Stockport twice a week. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Library to Macclesfield via Park and Ride, Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Piccadilly Gardens, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 37m.

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