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Trip Overview

The average train between Ayr and Macclesfield takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Macclesfield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 40m
Duration
280 mi
Distance
£117
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Ayr to Macclesfield train times

Trains run hourly between Ayr and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country9h 19m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 9m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 9m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Macclesfield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Ayr to Macclesfield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 280 mi
  • Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Macclesfield via Glasgow Central, Lancaster, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 20m.

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