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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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45

train journeys
per day

157

miles (253 kms)

3hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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On a typical weekday there are 45 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester 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 Colchester to Macclesfield is approximately 157 miles (253 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 7 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Macclesfield.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Macclesfield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Macclesfield Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:43
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    09:05
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    09:36
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:42
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:05
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    10:36
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    10:42
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    11:05
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    11:36
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    11:42
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    12:05
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    12:36
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:42
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    13:05
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:33
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:36
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:03
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    14:05
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:36
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:01
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    15:05
    Colchester
    Macclesfield
    Colchester to Macclesfield

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 Available
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 Colchester and Macclesfield

The travel time between Colchester and Macclesfield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester 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 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Macclesfield.

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