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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Macclesfield
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Macclesfield will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Macclesfield every day 2 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 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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 coach and train for Manchester to Macclesfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Macclesfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 26 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Macclesfield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Macclesfield coaches for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:10 Manchester | 1h10 | 09:20 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:00 Manchester | 1h15 | 18:15 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Manchester | 1h15 | 19:15 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Macclesfield
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Buses from Manchester to Macclesfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 26 km distance in 50m.
Distance 26 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: Bee Network from Manchester to MacclesfieldYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Macclesfield with Bee Network for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Macclesfield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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