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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Runcorn to Macclesfield
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Runcorn to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Runcorn to Macclesfield you need to make at least 2 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Runcorn to Macclesfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Runcorn to Macclesfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £26.
Distance: 41 km
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Runcorn to Macclesfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Runcorn to Macclesfield trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 Runcorn | 1h16 | 09:16 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Runcorn to Macclesfield
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Trains from Runcorn to Macclesfield run on average 2 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 23:25 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Runcorn to Macclesfield trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Runcorn and Macclesfield from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Runcorn to Macclesfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Runcorn 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Runcorn and Macclesfield
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 (Platform 2)
- 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent to Car Park 1 (Multi-Story)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the turning circle adjacent to the station entrance.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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