The cheapest and fastest trains from Altrincham to Macclesfield
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Altrincham to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Altrincham to Macclesfield will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Altrincham for Macclesfield every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Altrincham to Macclesfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Altrincham to Macclesfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 20 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Altrincham to Macclesfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Altrincham to Macclesfield trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:20 Altrincham | 0h57 | 08:17 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:57 Altrincham | 0h38 | 08:35 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Altrincham to Macclesfield
Trains from Altrincham to Macclesfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 38m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Altrincham to Macclesfield trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Altrincham and Macclesfield from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Altrincham to Macclesfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altrincham to Macclesfield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Macclesfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Altrincham and Macclesfield
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:20 Saturday 07:10 - 20:20 Sunday 09:20 - 16:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Separate level access from bus station to Platform 1(Metrolink trams) and from Oakfield Road car park entrance to Platform 4 (to Chester). To Platform 2 (Metrolink trams) and 3 (to Manchester) via Lifts which are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Services will arrive and depart from Stand A at Altrincham bus station.
- Metro: Metrolink tram terminus within station.GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester and Chester : From the level crossing (at the junction of Navigation Road and Wellington Road) through a narrow gap, up a ramp (16 paces, 1:17 slope) onto the platform (situated on the Wellington Road side).
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Wellington Road adjacent to the junction with Prestbury Avenue (Station side for Manchester, opposite side for Chester)
- Metro: Metrolink tram stop at adjacent platform. GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Saturday 06:15 - 18:30 Sunday 08:00 - 17:30 Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:30
- Car Park: Lower Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located on the North end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on station forecourt.
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