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Macclesfield to Congleton train route details

First train

06:15

Last train

23:57

Departure city

Macclesfield

Arrival city

Congleton

Journey time

Distance

9 miles

Price

US$2.82*

Train Operators

Northern

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
13:17 7m, Direct Macclesfield	13:24 Congleton	Find Tickets
14:17 7m, Direct Macclesfield	14:24 Congleton	Find Tickets
15:17 7m, Direct Macclesfield	15:24 Congleton	Find Tickets
16:17 7m, Direct Macclesfield	16:24 Congleton	Find Tickets
17:17 7m, Direct Macclesfield	17:24 Congleton	Find Tickets
17:57 7m, Direct Macclesfield	18:04 Paris	Find Tickets

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How to book cheap train tickets from Macclesfield to Congleton

Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Macclesfield and Congleton on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.

Split Tickets discount

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Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Macclesfield to Congleton. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

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