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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Macclesfield to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Macclesfield to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Macclesfield to Birmingham will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 buses that leave Macclesfield for Birmingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Macclesfield to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Macclesfield to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 88 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price |
2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Macclesfield to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Macclesfield to Birmingham coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 19:35 Macclesfield | 1h45 | 21:20 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 November | |||||
| 15:55 Macclesfield | 1h35 | 17:30 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Macclesfield to Birmingham
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Buses from Macclesfield to Birmingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 88 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 88 km |
Average bus duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Macclesfield to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Macclesfield to Birmingham with Megabus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Macclesfield to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Macclesfield to Birmingham by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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