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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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36

train journeys
per day

117

miles (189 kms)

2hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

06:22 / 22:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Macclesfield , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Macclesfield is approximately 117 miles (189 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 59 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Macclesfield.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Macclesfield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Macclesfield Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    09:17
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:35
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:03
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:05
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    10:17
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:49
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:35
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:10
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:32
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:17
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:48
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:36
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:06
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    2 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:36
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:33
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    14:17
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:48
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:36
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:06
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:49
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:36
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:12
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    16:05
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:34
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    16:17
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:49
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Carlisle
    Macclesfield
    Carlisle to Macclesfield

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Macclesfield Station

Station name Macclesfield (MAC)
Address Macclesfield station, Waters Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6JP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:45 - 19:00
Tuesday 05:45 - 19:00
Wednesday 05:45 - 19:00
Thursday 05:45 - 19:00
Friday 05:45 - 20:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Macclesfield

The travel time between Carlisle and Macclesfield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Macclesfield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:44.

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Amenities on trains between Carlisle and Macclesfield can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carlisle & Macclesfield. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Macclesfield.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Carlisle and Macclesfield, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.