The average train between Preston and Macclesfield takes 1h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 11m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Preston 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 every 30 minutes between Preston and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.
Preston to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Macclesfield station.
Book your Preston to Macclesfield train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Macclesfield is 67.7 km. The road distance is 78 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 26m.
