The average train between Macclesfield and York takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is an hourly train service from Macclesfield to York. 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 York. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:52 PM which arrives into York at 2:34 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to York. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at York station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.
Macclesfield to York train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Macclesfield to York train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at York station.
Book your Macclesfield to York train tickets online with Cross Country, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Macclesfield and York is 103.7 km. The road distance is 135 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to York every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 40m.