The average train between Salford and Macclesfield takes 23 min and the fastest train takes 19 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Salford 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 every 20 minutes between Salford and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salford is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 11:48 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 23 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salford station and arriving at Macclesfield station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.
Salford to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Salford to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Macclesfield station.
Book your Salford to Macclesfield train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Salford and Macclesfield is 27.6 km. The road distance is 28 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfield hourly. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 20 min. Two other operators also service this route.