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Exeter St David's to Macclesfield by train

It takes an average of 3h 51m to travel from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield by train, over a distance of around 185 miles (298 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield and tickets for this journey start from £62.80 when you book in advance.

First train

09:54

Last train

15:23

Departure station

Exeter St David's

Arrival station

Macclesfield

Journey time

From 3h 35m

Distance

185 miles (298 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Price

From £62.80

Train operators

CrossCountry

How to travel from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield? Look no further.

You'll usually find 4 trains per day running between Exeter St David's and Macclesfield, which usually take 3 hours 51 minutes to complete the 185 miles (298 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. CrossCountry trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Macclesfield.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield start from £62.80 when 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 Exeter St David's to Macclesfield

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

How do you get to Macclesfield from Exeter St David's?

To travel to Macclesfield from Exeter St David's, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 3 hours and 51 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 3 hours and 35 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield?

Trains from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield take an average of 3 hours and 51 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours and 35 minutes. You'll usually find 4 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

How much does it cost to get from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield by train?

Train tickets from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield can start from £62.80 when booked in advance, but they’re usually more expensive if bought on the day of travel. Prices may also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you choose.

What is the quickest journey time between Exeter St David's and Macclesfield by train?

The quickest journey time between Exeter St David's and Macclesfield by train is 3 hours and 35 minutes.

Cheap train tickets from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield

Train tickets from Exeter St David's to Macclesfield start at £62.80 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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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.

Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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