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 £20 - £40 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 Stockport, Doncaster and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Sunderland?

The distance between Macclesfield and Sunderland is 191 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 via Doncaster which takes 4h 39m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m 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 Stockport station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Sunderland is to train via Doncaster which takes 4h 39m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which costs £20 - £40 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 Doncaster 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 via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 39m
£62–138
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
4h 49m
£20–38
Drive 144.8 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Sunderlandcar 144.8 mi
2h 53m
£36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 9m
£31–78
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
5h 10m
£59–112

Macclesfield to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 189.9 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Sunderland via Stockport, Doncaster, and Newcastle in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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