4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Macclesfield to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Macclesfield to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Macclesfield to Birmingham will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 6 trains that leave Macclesfield for Birmingham every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
W2988213:261h07Macclesfield station (MAC)14:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£151One-way0 changes- W2987712:261h07Macclesfield station (MAC)13:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£151One-way0 changes
- G0102413:461h11Macclesfield station (MAC)14:57Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
- G0102714:461h11Macclesfield station (MAC)15:57Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
- G0102212:461h11Macclesfield station (MAC)13:57Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
- W2988213:261h07Macclesfield station (MAC)14:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£151One-way0 changes
- G0115014:261h07Macclesfield station (MAC)15:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£351One-way0 changes
- W2987712:261h07Macclesfield station (MAC)13:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£151One-way0 changes
- G0102413:461h11Macclesfield station (MAC)14:57Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
- G0102714:461h11Macclesfield station (MAC)15:57Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Macclesfield to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Macclesfield to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 88 km
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£20 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Macclesfield to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Macclesfield to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29877 | 12:26 Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h07 | 13:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01022 | 12:46 Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h11 | 13:57 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29882 | 13:26 Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h07 | 14:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01024 | 13:46 Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h11 | 14:57 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01150 | 14:26 Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h07 | 15:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01027 | 14:46 Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h11 | 15:57 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Macclesfield to Birmingham
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Trains from Macclesfield to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Macclesfield to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Macclesfield and Birmingham 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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FAQs: Macclesfield to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Macclesfield to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Macclesfield and Birmingham
Most Macclesfield to Birmingham trains use the Macclesfield to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Macclesfield and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Macclesfield station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Macclesfield from Macclesfield city centre
Macclesfield train station facilities and services
Macclesfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Macclesfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Macclesfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Macclesfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Macclesfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Macclesfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Macclesfield: 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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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 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.
Getting to Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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