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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackburn and Macclesfield takes 1h 48m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. There is an hourly train service from Blackburn to Macclesfield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 48m
Duration
42 mi
Distance
£17
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Blackburn to Macclesfield train times

Trains run hourly between Blackburn and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 6:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Bolton and take an average of 1h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast1h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 28m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 28m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 38m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackburn to Macclesfield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Blackburn to Macclesfield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 42.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Blackburn to Macclesfield via Bolton and Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 33m.

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