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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Handforth to Macclesfield
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Handforth to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Handforth to Macclesfield will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Handforth 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 12 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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 coach and train for Handforth to Macclesfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Handforth to Macclesfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 12 km
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Handforth to Macclesfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Handforth to Macclesfield trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 08:27 Handforth | 1h21 | 09:48 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:23 Handforth | 0h34 | 10:57 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Handforth to Macclesfield
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Trains from Handforth to Macclesfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 29m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 23:25 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) from Handforth to Macclesfield trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Handforth and Macclesfield from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Handforth to Macclesfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Handforth 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Handforth and Macclesfield
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Access to both platforms via separate flight of stairs from forecourt on road overbridge
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- 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: Replacement tranport towards Alderley Edge/Crewe will call at the stop on Wilslow Road outside the Health Centre. Replacement transport for Stockport will call at the stop on Wilmslow Road outside the library.
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ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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