What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Macclesfield?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Macclesfield is to subway and bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Macclesfield?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Macclesfield via Newcastle, York and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from South Shields to Macclesfield?

The distance between South Shields and Macclesfield is 175 miles. The road distance is 149.1 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to Macclesfield without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to Macclesfield without a car is to train via York which takes 3h 54m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Macclesfield?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from South Shields to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Macclesfield bus from?

South Shields to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Macclesfield train from?

South Shields to Macclesfield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train, bus or fly from South Shields to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from South Shields to Macclesfield is to train via York which takes 3h 54m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 2m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £190 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the South Shields to Macclesfield bus arrive?

South Shields to Macclesfield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the South Shields to Macclesfield train arrive?

South Shields to Macclesfield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at York station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Macclesfield is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from South Shields to Macclesfield.

Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1377+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 54m
£57–116
Subway, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from South Shields to Monumentsubway Yel
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
7h 17m
£24–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
6h 2m
£31–73
Drive 148.2 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Macclesfieldcar 148.2 mi
3h 7m
£37–53
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NCL - MAN
5h 41m
£63–187
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 59m
£59–109
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 22m
£85–184

South Shields to Macclesfield by subway and train

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Distance: 173.6 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Macclesfield via Central Station, Newcastle, York, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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