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East Midlands Railway

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Macclesfield to Ilford by train

First train

21:06

Last train

21:06

Departure station

Macclesfield

Arrival station

Ilford

Journey time

From 9h 46m

Distance

149 miles (240 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Take the train from Macclesfield to Ilford in 9 hours 46 minutes

If you want to travel from Macclesfield to Ilford by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Macclesfield to Ilford by train to take around 9 hours 46 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 9 hours 46 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 149 miles (240 km). You'll have to make 4 changes along the way on your journey to Ilford. You can travel on this route with either East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Macclesfield to Ilford are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to 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.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Macclesfield to Ilford

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

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

The fastest journey time by train from Macclesfield to Ilford is 9 hours and 46 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Macclesfield to Ilford?

No, there are no direct train services from Macclesfield to Ilford. Travelling from Macclesfield to Ilford by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

How close is Macclesfield to Ilford by train?

Macclesfield and Ilford are around 149 miles (240 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 9 hours and 46 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from Macclesfield to Ilford?

To travel from Macclesfield to Ilford, we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 9 hours and 46 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 9 hours and 46 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

Cheap train tickets from Macclesfield to Ilford

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Macclesfield to Ilford is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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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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