The average train between Hamilton and Macclesfield takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Hamilton 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 Hamilton and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 8:23 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hamilton 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.
No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Hamilton station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.
Hamilton to Macclesfield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.
Hamilton to Macclesfield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Hamilton to Macclesfield train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hamilton and Macclesfield is 304.7 km. The road distance is 365 km.
You can take a train from Motherwell to Macclesfield via Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 41m.