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Sunderland to Macclesfield trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Sunderland and Macclesfield takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours 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.

4h 38m
Duration
190 mi
Distance
£74
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Sunderland to Macclesfield train times

Trains run hourly 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 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 5m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 5m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 1m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 5m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 10m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 10m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 10m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 5m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 5m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 5m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 53m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 52m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Sunderland to Macclesfield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 189.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Macclesfield via Newcastle, Doncaster, and Stockport in around 4h 19m.

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