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Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield

Updated: March 13, 2024 08:36 PM

Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield

Language

The official language of both Bury St Edmunds and Macclesfield is English.

Currency

The currency of both Bury St Edmunds and Macclesfield is the British pound sterling (£).

Distance

The distance between Bury St Edmunds and Macclesfield is approximately 120 miles (193 kilometers).

How to Reach

There are several ways to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield:

  • By train: The train journey from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, with one change required at Peterborough.
  • By car: The drive from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By bus: There are no direct bus services from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield. However, you can take a bus from Bury St Edmunds to Cambridge, and then transfer to a bus from Cambridge to Macclesfield.

Expenses

The cost of travel from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield will vary depending on the mode of transport and the time of year.

  • By train: The average cost of a train ticket from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield is £50.
  • By car: The average cost of petrol for a car journey from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield is £30.
  • By bus: The average cost of a bus ticket from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield is £20.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Macclesfield is during the spring or autumn, when the weather is mild and there are fewer crowds.

What to Eat

Macclesfield is home to a number of traditional British pubs, which serve a variety of dishes including fish and chips, bangers and mash, and roast beef.

Where to Go

Some of the most popular tourist attractions in Macclesfield include:

  • Macclesfield Silk Museum: This museum tells the story of the silk industry in Macclesfield, which was once one of the most important silk-producing centers in the world.
  • Gawsworth Hall: This Elizabethan mansion is set in beautiful gardens and is open to the public for tours.
  • Tegg's Nose Country Park: This park offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular spot for walking and hiking.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield:

  • What is the distance between Bury St Edmunds and Macclesfield? The distance between Bury St Edmunds and Macclesfield is approximately 120 miles (193 kilometers).
  • How long does it take to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield? The journey time from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield varies depending on the mode of transport, but it typically takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes by train, 2 hours and 30 minutes by car, and 4 hours and 30 minutes by bus.
  • How much does it cost to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield? The cost of travel from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield varies depending on the mode of transport, but it typically costs around £50 by train, £30 by car, and £20 by bus.
  • What is the best time to visit Macclesfield? The best time to visit Macclesfield is during the spring or autumn, when the weather is mild and there are fewer crowds.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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