Bristol to Macclesfield by train
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Overview: trains from Bristol to Macclesfield
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Taking the train from Bristol to Macclesfield
So you’re considering going from Bristol to Macclesfield by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.
Train cost from Bristol to Macclesfield
Ready to book tickets from Bristol to Macclesfield? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:
The cheapest tickets between Bristol and Macclesfield typically run £38.93.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .
You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.
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Train schedule for travel between Bristol and Macclesfield
While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 12 trains make this journey of 196 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Bristol is at 07:00 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 19:10.
During the weekend, 07:00 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 19:40 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 1 hour.
Average train travel time from Bristol to Macclesfield
The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 26 minutes, travelling a total distance of 196 kilometres.
How far in advance Bristol and Macclesfield tickets go on sale
Tickets for travel between Bristol and Macclesfield are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.
Learn even more about travelling from Bristol to Macclesfield by train
Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Macclesfield.
FAQs about the train journey from Bristol to Macclesfield
Want to know more about your journey from Bristol to Macclesfield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Bristol and Macclesfield by train is 196 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £38.93. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .
Tickets for this route become available 5 months before the travel date.
The fastest journey by train is 2 hours and 26 minutes.
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