The average train between Rhyl and Macclesfield takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Rhyl 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 hourly between Rhyl and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhyl is at 8:11 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 10:24 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rhyl to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Rhyl station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Rhyl to Macclesfield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhyl station.
Rhyl to Macclesfield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Rhyl to Macclesfield train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rhyl and Macclesfield is 91.1 km. The road distance is 141 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Rhyl to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £26–50 and the journey takes 1h 41m.