Nottingham to Macclesfield train with East Midlands Railway

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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 £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 73 km

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£36

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2h 9m

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Why should you book Nottingham to Macclesfield trains with Omio?

East Midlands Railway as well as east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Nottingham to Macclesfield.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to Macclesfield.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Macclesfield.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nottingham to Macclesfield.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Macclesfield.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Macclesfield

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Trains from Nottingham to Macclesfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 43m.

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 £11
Distance
73 km
Average train duration
1h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 43m
First train
5:04
Last train
22:06
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
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 £11

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Macclesfield trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Macclesfield from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

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 43m
Cheapest Price
£21
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

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
£32
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 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
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Macclesfield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Nottingham to Macclesfield covers a distance of 73 km and takes approximately 1h 43m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to Macclesfield is 73 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Macclesfield leaves at 5:04.
The last train from Nottingham to Macclesfield departs at 22:06.
Trains from Nottingham to Macclesfield run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service 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.
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 cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Macclesfield is by coach, costing approximately £11.
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 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.
A day trip from Nottingham to Macclesfield is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 43m each way. The journey covers a distance of 73 km, with trains running 3 times per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Macclesfield.

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Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Macclesfield

Most Nottingham to Macclesfield trains use the Nottingham to Macclesfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Macclesfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in Macclesfield

Which Nottingham station do trains to Macclesfield leave from?

Trains from Nottingham to Macclesfield leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min

Nottingham train station facilities and services

Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Nottingham.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are 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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: 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.

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