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Glasgow to Macclesfield by train
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First train04:22
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Last train20:10
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Avg changes1
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Fastest journey3hr 45m
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Distance320 kilometres
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Trains per day27
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Avg. journey time4hr 39m
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Train operators
Travelling from Glasgow to Macclesfield by train
Considering a train trip from Glasgow to Macclesfield? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.
Train cost between Glasgow and Macclesfield
Average fares along this route:
The cheapest ticket price: £50.90
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:
Finding cheap train tickets
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Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively
Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)
Select a non-flexible fare
Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares
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Glasgow to Macclesfield daily train schedule
Whether you’re headed to Macclesfield on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 27 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.
04:22: departure of first train Monday-Friday
20:10: departure of last train Monday-Friday
04:22: departure of first train on weekends
20:08: departure of last train on weekends
Every 31 minutes: frequency of train departures
Average train travel time from Glasgow to Macclesfield
The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 45 minutes, travelling a total distance of 320 kilometres.
When are tickets between Glasgow and Macclesfield available for purchase?
Tickets for trains between Glasgow and Macclesfield can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.
Making the most of your trip to Macclesfield
For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Macclesfield.
FAQs about the train journey from Glasgow to Macclesfield
Want to know more about your journey from Glasgow to Macclesfield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
What’s the distance between Glasgow and Macclesfield by train?
The train journey from Glasgow to Macclesfield covers 320 kilometres in total.
How much does the train from Glasgow to Macclesfield cost?
The lowest fare on this route is £50.90. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .
When are tickets available for booking for travel from Glasgow to Macclesfield by train?
You can purchase tickets for this journey 5 and a half months ahead of the travel date.
What’s the travel time from Glasgow to Macclesfield by train?
The fastest journey is 3 hours and 45 minutes.
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From London to Macclesfield From £37.80
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From Milton Keynes Central to Macclesfield From £43.04
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From Liverpool to Macclesfield From £10.20
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