The average train between Bradford and Macclesfield takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Bradford 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.
Trains run 4 times a day between Bradford and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bradford is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 11m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bradford 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
Bradford to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Interchange station.
Bradford to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Macclesfield station.
Book your Bradford to Macclesfield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bradford and Macclesfield is 64.3 km. The road distance is 94 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Macclesfield via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 39m.