The average train between Irlam and Macclesfield takes 1h 1m and the fastest train takes 39 min. There is a train service every few hours from Irlam 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 Irlam and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irlam is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Irlam to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Irlam station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.
Irlam to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Irlam station.
Irlam to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Macclesfield station.
Book your Irlam to Macclesfield train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Irlam and Macclesfield is 28.3 km. The road distance is 43 km.
You can take a train from Irlam to Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 48 min.