The average train between Durham and Macclesfield takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Durham 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 5 times a day between Durham and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Durham to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Durham to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Durham to Macclesfield train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Durham and Macclesfield is 172.4 km. The road distance is 242 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Durham to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 7m.
