- Must visit
The Silk Museum
Town museum covering Macclesfield's silk heritage, local history and changing exhibitions in a restored industrial setting.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Romiley to Macclesfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Romiley to Macclesfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 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
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 22:44 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Romiley to Macclesfield trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Romiley and Macclesfield from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£18
Northern Rail frequency
5 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
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
£12
Northern Trains Limited frequency
50 a day
Complete guide to Macclesfield
Things to do in Macclesfield
Discover the best of Macclesfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Macclesfield trip today.
- Must visit
Paradise Mill
Working Jacquard silk mill with looms and guided visits that show how Macclesfield became a centre of silk production.
Macclesfield Bus Station Heritage Centre
Small local museum and archive space preserving the history of Macclesfield's once busy bus and transport network.
- Must visit
Tegg's Nose Country Park
Popular hilltop country park on the edge of town with woodland walks, panoramic views and links to local history.
- Recommended
Market Place
Historic market area with independent shops, civic buildings and regular markets at the heart of Macclesfield.
- Recommended
Macclesfield Canal
Peaceful canal-side walking route with locks, mills and waterside views that reveal the town's industrial heritage.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cheshire Cheese
A crumbly Cheshire cow’s milk cheese with a fresh, tangy taste. It is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods and long associated with local farming.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Blue Cheshire
A strong, salty blue cheese traditionally made in Cheshire. It reflects the county’s dairy heritage and is a classic regional cheese board choice.
- Vegetarian
Eccles Cake
A rich fruit cake from nearby Eccles, often eaten across Greater Manchester and Cheshire. It is packed with currants and commonly served sliced with tea.
Chestergate Bistro
Modern British dining in a polished town-centre setting. Known for seasonal menus, careful cooking and a relaxed but smart atmosphere.
Shalimar Restaurant
Popular Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and grills in a lively, dependable setting close to the town centre.
Amore Mio
Casual Italian spot serving pizza, pasta and straightforward comfort food. Friendly and family-oriented, it is a well-known local choice.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Manchester or London, while local buses and cafés remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional, usually just small change.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
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To the city centre
Macclesfield Railway Station -> Macclesfield Town Hall, Macclesfield
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Macclesfield railway station is within the town centre, so many central destinations are walkable from the station.
- For bus fares and service-specific tickets, Cheshire East directs passengers to check the individual operator fare pages before travel.
FAQs: Romiley to Macclesfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romiley 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Romiley to Macclesfield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £32.
The train journey from Romiley to Macclesfield covers a distance of 18 km and takes approximately 48m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Romiley to Macclesfield is 18 km.
The first train from Romiley to Macclesfield leaves at 5:50.
The last train from Romiley to Macclesfield departs at 22:44.
Trains from Romiley to Macclesfield run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Romiley to Macclesfield.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Romiley to Macclesfield.
To travel from Romiley to Macclesfield, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Romiley to Macclesfield.
The train station in Romiley that goes to Macclesfield is Romiley station (RML), and it arrives at Macclesfield station (MAC).
The cheapest way to get from Romiley to Macclesfield is by train, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Romiley 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 Romiley to Macclesfield offers picturesque views of the English countryside, with rolling hills, lush landscapes, and charming towns along the route, making it a scenic experience.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Romiley to Macclesfield. The journey takes 48m and the distance is 18 km. The frequency is 6 per day for trains.
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 Romiley to Macclesfield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Romiley and Macclesfield
Most Romiley to Macclesfield trains use the Romiley to Macclesfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Romiley and Macclesfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Romiley
Arrival train stations in Macclesfield
Which Romiley station do trains to Macclesfield leave from?
Trains from Romiley to Macclesfield leave from Romiley. The station is 1 km from Romiley city centre at Romiley station, Compstall Road, Romiley, Cheshire, SK6 4BN.
RomileyRomiley station, Compstall Road, Romiley, Cheshire, SK6 4BN
City-centre transport
Getting to Romiley from Romiley city centre
Bus384, 382, 806, 801 · 2m · £2 · every ~12 min
Romiley train station facilities and services
Romiley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Romiley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Romiley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Romiley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Romiley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Romiley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Services Towards Manchester : Along a ramp (70 paces, 1:6 slope) to the left of the station entrance, or from street level up 15 steps to the ticket office, up a further 21 steps and onto the platform. Services Towards New Mills, Sheffield and Rose Hill: Along a ramp (24 paces, 1:12 slope) from the car park or from street level up 15 steps to the ticket office, along the underpass (15 paces) and up 22 steps onto the platform. The walk between platforms one and two is in excess of 400m, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Macclesfield station do trains from Romiley arrive at?
Trains from Romiley to Macclesfield arrive at Macclesfield. Macclesfield is from Macclesfield city centre.
MacclesfieldMacclesfield station, Waters Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6JP
City-centre transport
Getting to Macclesfield from Macclesfield city centre
Bus391 · 3m · every ~1 min
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.
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