Edinburgh to Macclesfield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

190.9 miles 307.2 km · straight line
228.6 miles actual route 367.9 km · driving distance
4h 41min estimated drive time
£35 - £43 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
167° SSE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Macclesfield?

The distance from Edinburgh to Macclesfield is 190.9 miles (307.2 km) as the crow flies. Macclesfield is located SSE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 228.6 miles, taking about 4h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh and Macclesfield. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Edinburgh to Macclesfield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 41min £35 - £43 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 37min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 27min $27–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Macclesfield

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation
Macclesfield
53.26°N, 2.13°W
Europe/London
156m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 130.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM