The average train between Chester and Macclesfield takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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 hourly between Chester and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Chester to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stockport station.
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The distance between Chester and Macclesfield is 51.6 km. The road distance is 81 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Chester to Stockport hourly. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 1h 18m.