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Penrith to Macclesfield trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Penrith and Macclesfield takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith 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.

2h 47m
Duration
120 mi
Distance
£43
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Penrith to Macclesfield train times

Trains run hourly between Penrith and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited8h 26m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 32m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 27m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country2h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country2h 35m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country2h 33m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country2h 36m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 120.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Macclesfield, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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