Getting from Macclesfield to Manchester by train

Manchester is an iconic city in northwest England, known for its industrial heritage, thriving culture, and world-class football teams.

Visitors like to explore the city's many landmarks, such as the Manchester Cathedral and Manchester Town Hall. There’s also the vibrant Northern Quarter, which is home to numerous independent shops, bars, and restaurants.

You can get from Macclesfield to Manchester in as little [journey_time].

Find the cheapest train tickets from Macclesfield to Manchester

To make the most of your trip, you don’t want to spend all your budget on getting there. To help you get the most of your money, we offer a range of cheap train tickets and discounts to railcard holders, senior and group travellers. Whether you’re travelling in Peak, Off-Peak or Super Off-Peak hours, our Best Fare Finder will help you to find a ticket at the right price at a departure time that suits you.

Plus, if you’re heading away for a short break, we offer a range of 2for1 offers to attractions and events so you can find a deal to make your visit really special. For regular travellers or commuters, we have a range of season tickets, benefits and reward schemes that can help you save money, or even upgrade to First Class.

Travelling in comfort with Avanti

It might not be the longest journey, but it will certainly be your most comfortable. Enjoy the view from our big reclining seats as you’re driven the [journey_distance] miles to your destination. Answer your emails or scroll through the news with our fast, reliable Wifi. Then arrive thoroughly recharged and refreshed with our onboard power sockets and onboard snacks, drinks and refreshments.

Making your journey even more relaxing by booking advance tickets to get the cheapest ticket with a departure time that’s ideal for you. Or, if you’re making a last-minute trip, you can use our Live Train Journey Tracker to easily book a ticket for the next train up to your arrival at the station.

Travelling from Macclesfield?

To get to the train station in Macclesfield, visitors can travel via buses, taxis, bicycles, or walking. Macclesfield train station is well-facilitated, with an in-person ticket office, waiting area, and toilets.

Macclesfield train station also has a cafe (Pumpkin Cafe), serving as the perfect spot to get refreshments before travelling across to the city. The station is also fully accessible for all travellers, with step-free platform access.

Travelling to Manchester?

Manchester is a vibrant and diverse city. Known for its rich history, world-class museums and galleries, and buzzing nightlife.

The best time to visit Manchester is during the summer months when the weather is mild. There are also numerous outdoor events and festivals, such as Parklife taking place throughout the city. If you want to catch a football match, the season runs from August through to May.

From the train station in Manchester, visitors can choose from a range of transportation options, including buses, taxis, and the city's famous tram network. There are many facilities at Piccadilly, including a ticket office, multiple waiting areas, toilets, as well as several shops and food outlets.

The train runs regularly across weekdays and weekends every 20 minutes or so. They start at 6:17 and end at 23:24.

First Class Service

Class on Avanti West Coast means a wider seat, more legroom, a guaranteed table and socket, plus complimentary snacks and drinks as you travel between Macclesfield and Manchester. You can also take advantage of free WiFi, perfect for streaming some entertainment or reading an online newspaper. Find out about First Class