The average train between Macclesfield and Sunderland takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Macclesfield to Sunderland. 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 Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 17m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Macclesfield to Sunderland? 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 Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at Sunderland station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Macclesfield to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stockport station.
Macclesfield to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Macclesfield to Sunderland train tickets online with Cross Country, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Macclesfield and Sunderland is 189.2 km. The road distance is 306 km.
You can take a train from Macclesfield to Sunderland via Stockport, Doncaster, and Newcastle in around 4h 39m.