The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC)
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Macclesfield station (MAC) 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 15 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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 Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 15 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC) trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:17 Manchester Airport | 1h00 | 09:17 Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:17 Manchester Airport | 1h00 | 11:17 Macclesfield station (MAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC)
Trains from Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:17, the last at 10:17. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 07:17 |
Last train 10:17 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, Transport for Wales from Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC) trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Macclesfield station (MAC) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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Transport for Wales
FAQs: Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Macclesfield station (MAC) 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 station (MAC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Macclesfield station (MAC)
- 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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