What is the cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay?

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Whitley Bay via Stockport, Doncaster and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Macclesfield and Whitley Bay is 189 miles. The road distance is 153.3 miles.

How do I travel from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 4h 34m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Whitley Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Whitley Bay train from?

Macclesfield to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Stockport station.

Train, bus or fly from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay is to train via Doncaster which takes 4h 34m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 54m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £190 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Macclesfield to Whitley Bay train arrive?

Macclesfield to Whitley Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Whitley Bay is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 1955+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Macclesfield to Whitley Bay - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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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 34m
£59–133
Bus
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 & Coach Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073 / ...
6h 54m
£24–51
Drive 152.4 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Whitley Baycar 152.4 mi
3h 15m
£38–55
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
5h 41m
£62–189
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 50m
£59–109
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 24m
£85–185

Macclesfield to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.9 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Whitley Bay, England?

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Whitley Bay via Stockport, Doncaster, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 6h 54m.

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