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Compare train and bus for Macclesfield to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Macclesfield to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 32 miles (52 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare ways to travel from Macclesfield to Chester
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Tickets start at around $33 (€28) compared to roughly $15 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$18 (-€15). The journey takes 1h 9m versus 1h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Macclesfield and Chester as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Macclesfield station (MAC) and arrive in Chester station (CTR).
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales to go to Chester by train.
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