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Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Leicester (LEI)

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25

train journeys
per day

60

miles (96 kms)

1hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 00:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

11

routes

Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Macclesfield and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Macclesfield to Leicester is approximately 60 miles (96 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 54 mins.

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

There are 11 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Macclesfield to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Macclesfield to Leicester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:54
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    08:17
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:13
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:06
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:46
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:46
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:46
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:10
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:46
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:46
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    14:10
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:46
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    15:10
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:46
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    16:10
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:46
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:46
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    18:16
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:37
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    19:15
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:57
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    20:02
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:46
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    20:14
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:37
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    21:15
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:46
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:17
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    22:51
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:46
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    23:18
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:18
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    23:53
    Macclesfield
    Leicester
    Macclesfield to Leicester

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 Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Macclesfield and Leicester

The travel time between Macclesfield and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Macclesfield and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:46.

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Amenities on trains between Macclesfield and Leicester 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 & Leicester. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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