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Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Chester (CTR)

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42

train journeys
per day

31

miles (51 kms)

1hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

06:47 / 00:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between Macclesfield and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 42 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Macclesfield to Chester is approximately 31 miles (51 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 50 mins.

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

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Macclesfield to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Macclesfield to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    08:37
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:37
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:48
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:18
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:46
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:28
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:43
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:06
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:26
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:43
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    13:37
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:06
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:43
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:18
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:43
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:26
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:43
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    16:37
    Macclesfield
    Chester
    Macclesfield to Chester

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Macclesfield and Chester

The travel time between Macclesfield and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Macclesfield and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:46.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Macclesfield & Chester. owever, there are 42 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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