The average train between Liverpool and Macclesfield takes 1h 37m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. There is an hourly train service from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Liverpool is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Liverpool station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.
Liverpool to Macclesfield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Liverpool to Macclesfield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Stockport station.
Book your Liverpool to Macclesfield train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Liverpool and Macclesfield is 59 km. The road distance is 84 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Stockport hourly. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 1h 5m. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly.