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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC)
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
62
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC) will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 62 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Macclesfield station (MAC) on Sat, Jul 04, 62 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 04 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sat, Jul 04 the slowest trains will take 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L895808:46 AM0h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:17 AMMacclesfield station (MAC)$81One-way0 transfers- L895687:46 AM0h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:17 AMMacclesfield station (MAC)$81One-way0 transfers
- L895556:35 AM0h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:06 AMMacclesfield station (MAC)$81One-way0 transfers
- L895455:43 AM0h32Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:15 AMMacclesfield station (MAC)$81One-way0 transfers
- L8955711:46 AM0h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:17 PMMacclesfield station (MAC)$91One-way0 transfers
G0101711:25 AM0h20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:45 AMMacclesfield station (MAC)$201One-way0 transfers- G010068:25 AM0h20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:45 AMMacclesfield station (MAC)$201One-way0 transfers
- W298507:03 AM0h20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:23 AMMacclesfield station (MAC)$201One-way0 transfers
- G0101410:25 AM0h20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:45 AMMacclesfield station (MAC)$201One-way0 transfers
- G010109:25 AM0h20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:45 AMMacclesfield station (MAC)$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC):
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC) costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Macclesfield station (MAC) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 45m.
The journey is about 22m faster (25m by train vs 47m by car) and roughly $0.07 (€0.06) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€6) vs $8 (€6)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC) trains for today, Friday, July 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W34071 | Delayed 8:34 PM 9:14 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 8:53 PM 8:53 PMMacclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89559 | On time 9:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h34 | 10:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66602 | On time 10:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 10:25 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33802 | On time 10:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 10:35 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89572 | On time 10:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h41 | 11:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89583 | 11:16 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h33 | 11:49 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 4 | |||||
| L89545 | 5:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h32 | 6:15 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33660 | 6:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 6:31 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89555 | 6:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 7:06 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29850 | 7:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 7:23 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33628 | 7:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 7:36 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01002 | 7:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 7:46 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89568 | 7:46 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 8:17 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01139 | 8:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 8:24 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33397 | 8:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 8:36 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01006 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 8:45 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89580 | 8:46 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 9:17 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01143 | 9:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 9:25 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33594 | 9:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 9:36 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01010 | 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 9:45 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89590 | 9:46 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 10:17 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29865 | 10:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 10:25 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33405 | 10:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 10:36 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01014 | 10:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 10:45 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89547 | 10:46 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 11:17 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29870 | 11:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 11:25 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33779 | 11:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 11:36 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01017 | 11:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 11:45 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89557 | 11:46 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 12:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29876 | 12:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 12:25 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33600 | 12:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 12:36 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01021 | 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 12:45 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89569 | 12:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 1:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29881 | 1:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 1:25 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33702 | 1:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 1:36 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01025 | 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 1:45 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89581 | 1:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 2:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01149 | 2:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 2:24 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33465 | 2:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 2:36 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01028 | 2:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 2:45 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89591 | 2:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 3:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29893 | 3:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 3:24 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33781 | 3:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 3:36 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01031 | 3:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 3:45 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89548 | 3:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 4:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01157 | 4:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 4:25 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33670 | 4:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 4:36 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01033 | 4:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 4:45 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89558 | 4:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 5:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29906 | 5:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 5:25 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33592 | 5:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 5:36 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01037 | 5:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 5:45 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89571 | 5:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 6:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66588 | 6:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 6:23 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33569 | 6:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 6:36 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01038 | 6:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 6:45 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89582 | 6:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 7:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66590 | 7:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 7:25 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33588 | 7:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 7:36 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01041 | 7:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 7:45 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89592 | 7:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 8:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33579 | 8:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 8:36 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66584 | 8:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 8:45 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89549 | 8:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h31 | 9:17 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66600 | 9:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 9:45 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC)
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 10:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC) trainsNorthern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Macclesfield station (MAC) from $3 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Macclesfield station (MAC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Macclesfield station (MAC) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Macclesfield station (MAC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Macclesfield from Macclesfield city centre
Macclesfield train station facilities and services
Macclesfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Macclesfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Macclesfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Macclesfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Macclesfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Macclesfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Macclesfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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