The average train between Macclesfield and Stirling takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Macclesfield to Stirling. 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 Stirling. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Stirling at 8:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 26m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Macclesfield to Stirling? 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 Stirling. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at Stirling station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Macclesfield to Stirling train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Macclesfield to Stirling train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stirling station.
Book your Macclesfield to Stirling train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and 4 other operators.
The distance between Macclesfield and Stirling is 338.5 km. The road distance is 433 km.
You can take a train from Macclesfield to Stirling via Manchester Piccadilly, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 4m.