The average train between Macclesfield and Bradford takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Macclesfield to Bradford. 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 3 times a day between Macclesfield and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Bradford at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 31m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Macclesfield to Bradford? 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 Macclesfield to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at Bradford station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Macclesfield to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Macclesfield station.
Macclesfield to Bradford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bradford Interchange station.
Book your Macclesfield to Bradford train tickets online with Cross Country, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Macclesfield and Bradford is 64.3 km. The road distance is 94 km.
You can take a train from Macclesfield to Bradford Interchange via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 1h 51m.