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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Windermere is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Windermere?

The distance between Macclesfield and Windermere is 99 miles. The road distance is 99.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Windermere without a car is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 3h 19m and costs £28 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Macclesfield to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Windermere bus from?

Macclesfield to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Windermere train from?

Macclesfield to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Windermere?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Windermere is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 3h 19m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Windermere bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Macclesfield to Windermere train arrive?

Macclesfield to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Windermere is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Macclesfield to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Macclesfield to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 555 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Macclesfield to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train via Oxenholme Lake District
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 19m
£29–63
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
5h 47m
£22–33
Drive 98.7 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Windermerecar 98.7 mi
1h 41m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
3h 26m
£32–61

Macclesfield to Windermere by train

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Distance: 98.7 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Northern Trains Limited also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Thwaite Lane via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 47m.

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