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Cardiff to Macclesfield trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Macclesfield takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff 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.

3h 45m
Duration
171 mi
Distance
£91
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain train Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfieldtrain train Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 28m
£75–114

Cardiff to Macclesfield train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 19m • 1 change

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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 19m • 1 change

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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 19m • 1 change

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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Macclesfield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 171.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Macclesfield via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 28m.

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