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Audley End to Macclesfield by train

First train

07:41

Last train

20:30

Departure station

Audley End

Arrival station

Macclesfield

Journey time

From 3h 41m

Distance

131 miles (210 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast

How to travel from Audley End to Macclesfield by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Audley End to Macclesfield? Look no further.

You'll usually find 4 trains per day running between Audley End and Macclesfield, which usually take 6 hours 58 minutes to complete the 131 miles (210 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 41 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Macclesfield by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Audley End to Macclesfield if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Macclesfield? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Audley End to Macclesfield

Want to know more about your journey from Audley End to Macclesfield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Audley End to Macclesfield?

You can get from Audley End to Macclesfield by train in 6 hours and 58 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 41 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Audley End to Macclesfield take?

The average journey time by train between Audley End and Macclesfield is 6 hours and 58 minutes, with around 4 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Audley End and Macclesfield by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Audley End to Macclesfield is 3 hours and 41 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Audley End to Macclesfield?

No, there are no direct train services from Audley End to Macclesfield. Travelling from Audley End to Macclesfield by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

Cheap train tickets from Audley End to Macclesfield

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Consider a Season Ticket

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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