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Get from Manchester to Macclesfield
The journey takes about 22 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Macclesfield by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Macclesfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Macclesfield start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Macclesfield?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Macclesfield is 22m, covering a distance of 16 miles (26 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Macclesfield route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Northern, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Macclesfield?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Macclesfield at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:16pm.
What is the best train operator from Manchester to Macclesfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Macclesfield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Manchester to Macclesfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Macclesfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Macclesfield was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Macclesfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $5 to $30 for a train ticket from Manchester to Macclesfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-11.
Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
