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It takes an average of 4h 53m to travel from Cardiff Central to Macclesfield by train, over a distance of around 131 miles (211 km). There are normally 60 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Macclesfield and tickets for this journey start from £41 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:47 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Macclesfield | |
| Journey time | From 3h 12m | |
| Distance | 131 miles (211 km) | |
| Frequency | 60 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £41 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Take the train from Cardiff Central to Macclesfield in 3 hours 12 minutes
If you want to travel from Cardiff Central to Macclesfield by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Cardiff Central to Macclesfield by train to take around 4 hours 53 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 60 trains per day running on this route, which spans 131 miles (211 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Macclesfield. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Cardiff Central to Macclesfield start from £41.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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The price of train tickets from Cardiff Central to Macclesfield starts at £41 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.