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Trip Overview

The average train between Macclesfield and Preston takes 1h 28m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Macclesfield to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 28m
Duration
49 mi
Distance
£20
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Macclesfield to Preston train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Macclesfield and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Preston at 5:34 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express1h 15m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express5h 1m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express5h 1m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express5h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express1h 25m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express1h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 48m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express5h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 19m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Macclesfield to Preston? 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 Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 48.7 mi
  • Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Preston via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 29m.

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