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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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45

train journeys
per day

31

miles (51 kms)

1hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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On a typical weekday there are 45 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Macclesfield , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 45 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Macclesfield is approximately 31 miles (51 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 38 mins.

Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Macclesfield.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Macclesfield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Macclesfield Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:02
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    06:36
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:37
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    06:52
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    07:16
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    07:36
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:47
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    08:36
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    09:05
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    09:35
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:05
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:56
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:55
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:56
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:35
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:56
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    12:36
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:55
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:56
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    13:36
    Chester
    Macclesfield
    Chester to Macclesfield

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 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 Chester and Macclesfield

The travel time between Chester and Macclesfield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Macclesfield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 45 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Macclesfield. owever, there are 45 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Macclesfield.

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