The average train between Macclesfield and Whitehaven takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Macclesfield to Whitehaven. 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 Whitehaven. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Whitehaven at 8:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 32m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Macclesfield to Whitehaven? 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 Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Whitehaven station via Carlisle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.
Macclesfield to Whitehaven train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Macclesfield to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitehaven station.
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The distance between Macclesfield and Whitehaven is 172.2 km. The road distance is 220 km.
You can take a train from Macclesfield to Whitehaven via Manchester Piccadilly and Carlisle in around 4h 55m.