The average train between Bath and Macclesfield takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Bath 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bath and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 4:39 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 7:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bath to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Macclesfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Bath to Macclesfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Macclesfield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Macclesfield station.
Book your Bath to Macclesfield train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Bath and Macclesfield is 210.2 km. The road distance is 265 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Macclesfield every 3 hours. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 36m.