The average train between Macclesfield and Aberystwyth takes 5h 2m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Macclesfield to Aberystwyth. 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 every 2 hours between Macclesfield and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 1:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 5h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Macclesfield to Aberystwyth? 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 Macclesfield to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
Macclesfield to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stockport station.
Macclesfield to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Macclesfield to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Macclesfield and Aberystwyth is 161.6 km. The road distance is 241 km.
You can take a train from Macclesfield to Aberystwyth via Stockport and Shrewsbury in around 4h 54m.