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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead is to bus via Leeds which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at John Dobson Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Newcastle via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Gateshead?

The distance between Macclesfield and Gateshead is 166 miles. The road distance is 146.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Gateshead bus from?

Macclesfield to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Gateshead train from?

Macclesfield to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train, bus or fly from Macclesfield to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £220 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Gateshead bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Gateshead train arrive?

Macclesfield to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Gateshead is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Macclesfield to Gateshead.

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

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Macclesfield to Gateshead - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 42m
£47–89
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
4h 55m
£22–38
Drive 145.5 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Gatesheadcar 145.5 mi
3h 4m
£37–53
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
5h 17m
£63–212
Train via Doncaster
1. Take the train from Stockport to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 55m
£45–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
5h 9m
£23–39
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
6h
£89–188

Macclesfield to Gateshead by train and tram

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Distance: 165.2 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Gateshead, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to John Dobson Street via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 55m.

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