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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 25m.

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 5h.

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 Manchester Piccadilly and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Gateshead?

The distance between Macclesfield and Gateshead is 164 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 via York which takes 3h 18m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m 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 Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Macclesfield to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead is to train via York which takes 3h 18m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £180 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 York 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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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 18m
£57–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
5h 25m
£24–43
Bus via Leeds
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 / ...
5h
£25–51
Drive 145.5 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Gatesheadcar 145.5 mi
3h 4m
£36–51
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
5h 17m
£61–175
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 58m
£62–111
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
5h 59m
£79–182

Macclesfield to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 163.3 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Newcastle via Manchester Piccadilly and York in around 3h 18m. 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 5h.

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