The average train between Macclesfield and Runcorn takes 1h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 17m. There is an hourly train service from Macclesfield to Runcorn. 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 Macclesfield and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 12:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at Runcorn station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.
Macclesfield to Runcorn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Macclesfield station.
Macclesfield to Runcorn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Runcorn station.
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The distance between Macclesfield and Runcorn is 41.3 km. The road distance is 133 km.
You can take a train from Macclesfield to Runcorn via Stafford in around 1h 43m.