The average train between Neston and Macclesfield takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Neston to Macclesfield. 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 Neston and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Neston is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 7:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Shotton High Level and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Neston to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Neston station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Neston to Macclesfield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shotton station.
Neston to Macclesfield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Neston to Macclesfield train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Neston and Macclesfield is 61.5 km. The road distance is 114 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Shotton to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 14m.