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Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from £11.80 and averaging £13.00. The entire journey takes no more than 55m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
- Sun, Aug 10From £12.70
- Mon, Aug 11From £11.80
- Tue, Aug 12
- Wed, Aug 13From £12.70
- Thu, Aug 14From £12.70
- Fri, Aug 15From £11.80
- Sat, Aug 16From £11.80
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:05 Macclesfield | 01:10 Manchester Piccadilly | 1h 5m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:05 Macclesfield | 10:15 Manchester Piccadilly | 1h 10m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:00 Macclesfield | 10:55 Manchester Piccadilly | 55m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:05 Macclesfield | 11:15 Manchester Piccadilly | 1h 10m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:25 Macclesfield | 11:28 Manchester Piccadilly | 1h 3m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:35 Macclesfield | 11:55 Paris | 1h 20m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadilly train route details





Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadilly: everything you need to know
Setting off from Macclesfield
Macclesfield Station is well-served by Northern and Avanti West Coast, offering regular connections to Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent, and London. The station is equipped with a range of useful amenities, including cafes, shops, and comfortable seating areas. Its location provides easy access to the town centre, where passengers can find bus services and other transport connections. This makes it a convenient starting point for journeys to both nearby and distant destinations.
What to expect on your journey to Manchester Piccadilly
Direct services are offered by operators such as CrossCountry and Avanti West Coast, who typically provide the fastest routes with only one stop, as well as Northern, which offers the most economical tickets with six to eight stops along the way. Depending on your choice of provider, the journey from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadilly can be as short as 22 minutes with an average travel time ranging from 20 to 30 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 17 miles (27 km).
The average ticket price for this route typically ranges from £8 to £12, but by booking in advance or during off-peak times, tickets can start from as low as £2.80. For those interested in exploring popular locations along the way, you can choose to disembark at stops such as Stockport, Prestbury, Adlington, and Poynton.
Arriving at Manchester Piccadilly
Arriving at Manchester Piccadilly, you’ll be close to the lively Northern Quarter, where you can explore independent shops and enjoy delicious food and coffee. The nearby Manchester Art Gallery is a great spot for art lovers, and for those who prefer outdoor spaces, the Piccadilly Gardens provides a peaceful atmosphere in the heart of the city. It’s a perfect location to start your exploration of Manchester.
How to book cheap train tickets from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Group travels to save 1/3
Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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