The average train between Sheffield and Macclesfield takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h. There is an hourly train service from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Sheffield to Macclesfield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Macclesfield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Macclesfield station.
Book your Sheffield to Macclesfield train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Sheffield and Macclesfield is 45.9 km. The road distance is 78 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Macclesfield via Stockport in around 1h 4m.