The average train between Macclesfield and South Shields takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Macclesfield to South Shields. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Macclesfield and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:52 PM which arrives into South Shields at 9:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 55m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Macclesfield to South Shields? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to South Shields. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at South Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.
Macclesfield to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Macclesfield to South Shields train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Macclesfield and South Shields is 198.5 km. The road distance is 282 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m.