Trains to Macclesfield from Bury St Edmunds
| First train | 05:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:57 | |
| Departure station | Bury St Edmunds | |
| Arrival station | Macclesfield | |
| Journey time | From 3h 41m | |
| Distance | 137 miles (221 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway |
How to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Bury St Edmunds to Macclesfield? Look no further.
You'll usually find 13 trains per day running between Bury St Edmunds and Macclesfield, which usually take 6 hours 38 minutes to complete the 137 miles (221 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 2 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Greater Anglia 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 Bury St Edmunds 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.
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