The average train between Lancaster and Macclesfield takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 31m. There is an hourly train service from Lancaster 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 hourly between Lancaster and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 10:29 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.
Lancaster to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Macclesfield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Macclesfield station.
Book your Lancaster to Macclesfield train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Lancaster and Macclesfield is 98.1 km. The road distance is 112 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 29m.