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Manchester to Macclesfield train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Macclesfield, starting from OMR 1.540 and averaging OMR 7.000. The entire journey takes no more than 20m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:43 Manchester Piccadilly	06:15 Macclesfield	32m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:11 Manchester Piccadilly	06:31 Macclesfield	20m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:31 Manchester Piccadilly	06:52 Macclesfield	21m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:35 Manchester Piccadilly	07:06 Macclesfield	31m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:03 Manchester Piccadilly	07:23 Macclesfield	20m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:15 Manchester Piccadilly	07:36 Paris	21m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to Macclesfield train route details

First train

05:43

Last train

23:16

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Macclesfield

Journey time

20m

Distance

26 km

Price

OMR 1.540*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Macclesfield

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Macclesfield. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Macclesfield, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Macclesfield ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Manchester to Macclesfield more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Manchester to Macclesfield train prices and times

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