The average train between Widnes and Macclesfield takes 1h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. There is an hourly train service from Widnes 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 Widnes and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Widnes is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 11:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Widnes to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Widnes station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.
Widnes to Macclesfield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.
Widnes to Macclesfield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Macclesfield station.
Book your Widnes to Macclesfield train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Widnes and Macclesfield is 42 km. The road distance is 133 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Macclesfield via Stafford in around 1h 50m.