The average train between Exeter and Macclesfield takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 Exeter and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Exeter to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Macclesfield station.
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The distance between Exeter and Macclesfield is 297.9 km. The road distance is 368 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Macclesfield via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 53m.