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Macclesfield to Manchester train prices and times

Looking to travel from Macclesfield to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 4.86, with average prices for this route around NZD 30.83.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:17 32m, Direct Macclesfield	06:49 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
06:47 36m, Direct Macclesfield	07:23 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
07:06 23m, Direct Macclesfield	07:29 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
07:17 32m, Direct Macclesfield	07:49 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
07:37 22m, Direct Macclesfield	07:59 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
07:47 37m, Direct Macclesfield	08:24 Paris	Find Tickets

Macclesfield to Manchester train route details

First train

06:17

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Macclesfield

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

22m

Distance

26 km

Price

NZD 4.86*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Macclesfield to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Macclesfield to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Macclesfield to Manchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Macclesfield to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Macclesfield to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Macclesfield to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Macclesfield to Manchester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Macclesfield to Manchester train prices and times

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