Leeds to Macclesfield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

44.2 miles 71.2 km · straight line
62.8 miles actual route 101.1 km · driving distance
1h 19min estimated drive time
£10 - £12 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Leeds from Macclesfield?

The distance from Leeds to Macclesfield is 44.2 miles (71.2 km) as the crow flies. Macclesfield is located SSW of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 62.8 miles, taking about 1h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Macclesfield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 19min £10 - £12 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 35min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Leeds & Macclesfield

Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m 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 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 562.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM