Nottingham to Macclesfield train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Macclesfield

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£46

Average price

£46

Fastest journey

2 h 7 m

Average duration

2 h 13 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

73 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Macclesfield will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Nottingham 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 73 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.

East Midlands Trains
04:532h07
Nottingham
07:00Macclesfield
£461One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
10:172h18
Nottingham
12:35Macclesfield
£461One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Macclesfield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Macclesfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £32.

Distance: 73 km

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£44

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£18

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Cheapest

2h 15m

Average total duration

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1h 45m

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8h 7m

Average total duration

7h 37m

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Nottingham to Macclesfield train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Macclesfield trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 01:18
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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northern_rail23:08 Nottingham
8h16
07:24 Macclesfield2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Macclesfield

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Trains from Nottingham to Macclesfield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 48m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Distance
73 km
Average train duration
1h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£32
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
1h 48m
First train
05:04
Last train
22:06
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Macclesfield trainsEast Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Macclesfield from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
£46
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 16m
Cheapest Price
£23
Northern Rail (3) frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£37
east_midlands_trains frequency
23 a day

FAQs: Nottingham to Macclesfield train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

FAQs
Typically, spending two to three days in Macclesfield allows visitors to explore key attractions like the Silk Museum, Macclesfield Forest, and the nearby Peak District National Park, while enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Macclesfield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £32, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Macclesfield is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Nottingham to Macclesfield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Nottingham to Macclesfield is 73 km.
The last train from Nottingham to Macclesfield departs at 22:06.
The train journey from Nottingham to Macclesfield covers a distance of 73 km and takes approximately 1h 48m. Trains run 3 per day.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Macclesfield.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Macclesfield is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Macclesfield station (MAC).
The first train from Nottingham to Macclesfield leaves at 5:04.
Trains from Nottingham to Macclesfield run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to Macclesfield.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Macclesfield.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Macclesfield.
To get from Nottingham to Macclesfield, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Nottingham to Macclesfield is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 48m each way. The journey covers a distance of 73 km, with trains running 3 times per day.
The train journey from Nottingham to Macclesfield offers a varied landscape, featuring rolling hills, picturesque countryside, and glimpses of charming English towns, making it a pleasant and scenic route for travellers.

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Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Macclesfield

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Macclesfield
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Macclesfield.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: none
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Nottingham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.

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