What is the cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Macclesfield?

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Macclesfield?

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Macclesfield via Sheffield and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Macclesfield?

The distance between Gainsborough and Macclesfield is 81 miles. The road distance is 68.7 miles.

How do I travel from Gainsborough to Macclesfield without a car?

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Gainsborough to Macclesfield?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Gainsborough to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Macclesfield train from?

Gainsborough to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Gainsborough Lea Road station.

Where does the Gainsborough to Macclesfield train arrive?

Gainsborough to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Macclesfield is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Gainsborough to Macclesfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Gainsborough to Macclesfield?

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1369+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

Gainsborough to Macclesfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gainsborough to Macclesfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 23m
£30–61
Drive 68.3 mi
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1. Drive from Gainsborough to Macclesfieldcar 68.3 mi
1h 43m
£17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the bus from Pond Street/Paternoster Row to Squarebus 218
3. Take the bus from Buxton Road to Market Placebus Tp
4h 34m

Gainsborough to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 81 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Macclesfield via Sheffield and Stockport in around 2h 23m.

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