The average train between Macclesfield and Durham takes 5h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h. The train service runs several times per day from Macclesfield to Durham. 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 Durham. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Durham at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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11h 26m • 2 changes

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3h 12m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Macclesfield to Durham? 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 Durham. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at Durham station via Durham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.
Macclesfield to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Macclesfield to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Durham station.
Book your Macclesfield to Durham train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 3 other operators.
The distance between Macclesfield and Durham is 172.4 km. The road distance is 251 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 21m.