The cheapest and fastest coaches from Macclesfield to Manchester
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Macclesfield to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Macclesfield to Manchester will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Macclesfield for Manchester 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 26 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 2 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 Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Macclesfield to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 26 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Macclesfield to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Macclesfield to Manchester coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:50 Macclesfield | 1h01 | 07:51 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:20 Macclesfield | 1h07 | 09:27 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Macclesfield to Manchester
Buses from Macclesfield to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 26 km distance in 55m.
Distance 26 km |
Average bus duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Swans Travel Ltd from Macclesfield to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Macclesfield to Manchester with Swans Travel Ltd for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Macclesfield to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Macclesfield to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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