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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Macclesfield via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Swindon to Macclesfield?

The distance between Swindon and Macclesfield is 183 miles. The road distance is 141.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Macclesfield without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 47m and costs £70 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Swindon to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Macclesfield train from?

Swindon to Macclesfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Swindon to Macclesfield is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 47m and costs £70 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Swindon to Macclesfield train arrive?

Swindon to Macclesfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Macclesfield is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Swindon to Macclesfield.

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

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Swindon to Macclesfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Swindon to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol ParkwayLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to MacclesfieldBristol Temple Meads - Stockport / ...
3h 47m
£70–256
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
5h 36m
£18–47
Drive 140.4 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Macclesfield140.4 mi
2h 36m
£36–51
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4h 9m
£102–373
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to MacclesfieldBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 57m
£63–168

Swindon to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 181.7 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Macclesfield via Bristol Parkway in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Macclesfield via Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Cheltenham, Newhall St, Bus Station, Stoke-on-Trent station, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 5h 36m.

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