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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Sunderland is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £22 - £45 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Sunderland via Manchester Piccadilly and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Sunderland?

The distance between Macclesfield and Sunderland is 177 miles. The road distance is 145.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Macclesfield to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Sunderland bus from?

Macclesfield to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Sunderland train from?

Macclesfield to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Sunderland is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Sunderland bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Sunderland is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Macclesfield to Sunderland.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Macclesfield to Sunderland?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newcastletrain Manchester Piccadilly - Newcastle / ...
4h 36m
£60–117
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
4h 49m
£22–41
Drive 144.8 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Sunderlandcar 144.8 mi
2h 53m
£36–51
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
5h 9m
£59–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 9m
£30–73

Macclesfield to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 175.8 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newcastle every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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