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 £11 - £35 and takes 5h 8m.

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 3m and costs £30 - £50.

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 Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Gateshead?

The distance between Macclesfield and Gateshead is 166 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 which takes 3h 41m and costs £29 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Gateshead train from?

Macclesfield to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train, bus or fly from Macclesfield to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £29 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £35 and takes 5h 8m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Gateshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Gateshead is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m 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?

There are 2077+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Macclesfield to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 41m
£29–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
5h 8m
£11–35
Drive 145.5 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Gatesheadcar 145.5 mi
3h 3m
£35–51
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
5h 24m
£55–134
Train via Doncaster
1. Take the train from Stockport to Doncastertrain Stockport - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 46m
£44–123
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
5h 19m
£12–44

Macclesfield to Gateshead by train and tram

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3h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.1 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £25–110 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne every 4 hours. Tickets cost £7–18 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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