The average train between Leeds and Macclesfield takes 1h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. There is an hourly train service from Leeds 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 Leeds and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 3:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Leeds is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.
Leeds to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Macclesfield station.
Book your Leeds to Macclesfield train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leeds and Macclesfield is 70.8 km. The road distance is 95 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 25m.