The average train between Macclesfield and Blackpool takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is an hourly train service from Macclesfield to Blackpool. 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 Macclesfield and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at Blackpool station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Macclesfield to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Macclesfield station.
Macclesfield to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Blackpool North station.
Book your Macclesfield to Blackpool train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Macclesfield and Blackpool is 86.9 km. The road distance is 106 km.
You can take a train from Macclesfield to Blackpool North via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 7m.