Macclesfield to Leicester by train

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Overview: trains from Macclesfield to Leicester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Macclesfield to Leicester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:03 View journey
Last train 22:29 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 14m View journey
Distance (km) 97
Trains / day 17 View all
Cheapest journey US$118.00 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 17m
Train operators 3

Explore Macclesfield to Leicester by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Macclesfield to Leicester aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Macclesfield to Leicester

Getting from Macclesfield to Leicester by rail typically costs US$118.00, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Macclesfield to Leicester daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Leicester on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 17 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 06:03: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 22:29: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 06:03: departure of first train on weekends

  • 22:29: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 49 minutes: frequency of train departures

How long is the train journey from Macclesfield to Leicester?

This journey covers a total of 97 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 hour and 14 minutes.

When are tickets between Macclesfield and Leicester available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Macclesfield and Leicester can be purchased 3 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Macclesfield to Leicester

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Leicester city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Macclesfield to Leicester

Want to know more about your journey from Macclesfield to Leicester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Macclesfield and Leicester is 97 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.