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Macclesfield to Carlisle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Macclesfield and Carlisle takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Macclesfield to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 56m
Duration
138 mi
Distance
£60
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain train Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 8m
£46–88

Macclesfield to Carlisle train times

Trains run hourly between Macclesfield and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 10:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 138.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 56m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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