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Trip Overview

The average train between Macclesfield and Carnforth takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Macclesfield to Carnforth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 30m
Duration
76 mi
Distance
£31
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Macclesfield to Carnforth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Macclesfield and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 8m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited7h 10m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 54m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 4m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 54m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 54m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 54m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 54m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 3m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 54m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 5m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Macclesfield to Carnforth? 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.

Map of how to get from Macclesfield to Carnforth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 75.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Carnforth via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 28m.

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