The average train between Sunderland and Macclesfield takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland 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 2 hours between Sunderland and Macclesfield. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Macclesfield at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sunderland to Macclesfield? 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 Sunderland to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Sunderland to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Sunderland to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Sunderland to Macclesfield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Sunderland and Macclesfield is 189.2 km. The road distance is 283 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 23m.