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Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Macclesfield
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Macclesfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 210 km
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Macclesfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cardiff to Macclesfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 210 km |
Average bus duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 20:46 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Megabus from Cardiff to MacclesfieldYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Macclesfield with Megabus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£22
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
FAQs: Cardiff to Macclesfield coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Cardiff to Macclesfield with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Macclesfield.
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to Macclesfield can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Macclesfield is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cardiff to Macclesfield coach travel time is 5 h 5 min for the 130 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield leaves at 02: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield leaves at 20: 50.
There are 5 coaches a day from Cardiff to Macclesfield which require at least one change with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Cardiff to Macclesfield coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Megabus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Cardiff to Macclesfield to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Macclesfield by coach is September.
You have options as you can travel from Cardiff to Macclesfield 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield.
No, luggage for the coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cardiff to Macclesfield.
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