The average train between Macclesfield and Sunderland takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day 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 every 2 hours between Macclesfield and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 9:06 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want 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 Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.
Macclesfield to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly 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 2 other operators.
The distance between Macclesfield and Sunderland is 189.2 km. The road distance is 283 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newcastle every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 30m.