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About Macclesfield (MAC) Train Station

Station managed by: Avanti West Coast

Macclesfield station
Waters Green
Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK11 6JP

Macclesfield Station can be found on Waters Green in Macclesfield as shown on the map, and is operated by Avanti West Coast.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Macclesfield Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Macclesfield Station

Welcome to Macclesfield Train Station

Macclesfield Train Station, a significant gateway in the bustling railway network of the United Kingdom, provides seamless connections to various destinations across the country. Whether you're embarking on a business trip or planning a leisurely getaway, this station offers a range of services designed to facilitate your journey. From well-maintained platform facilities to convenient transport links, Macclesfield Station ensures a smooth and efficient travel experience for all passengers.

Facilities and Amenities

At Macclesfield Station, convenience is a priority. The station features a ticket office with generous opening hours, ensuring that you can secure your tickets with ease. Available from Monday to Sunday with varied timings, the office ensures no journey starts without a ticket in hand. For those who prefer a faster option, ticket machines are available and accessible, including options for collecting tickets bought online.

The station prides itself on being accessible to all. Step-free access is available throughout, allowing ease of movement around the station, and supported by facilities such as ramps, lifts, and accessible toilets. While there are no smartcard facilities, the station does provide seating areas, heated waiting rooms, and helpful staff ready to assist from early morning until late night.

Shops and Services

While waiting for your train, enjoy a variety of refreshment facilities available on the premises, although you'll need to look elsewhere for currency exchange or cash machines. Cyclists can take advantage of plentiful bicycle storage, complete with CCTV for added security. And for digital needs, public Wi-Fi is at your fingertips to keep you connected throughout your journey.

Onward Travel Options

Macclesfield Train Station offers a range of onward travel options. For those in need of a taxi, a rank is conveniently located in the station's lower car park area. If you're planning to continue your journey via bus, all necessary information can be accessed in a printable format to make your onward planning seamless.

For trips requiring a rail replacement service, pickup and drop-off are conveniently located on the station's forecourt, ensuring minimal disruption to your travel plans. The station caters to diverse transport modes, promising flexibility as you travel to and from this vibrant hub.

Popular Routes from Macclesfield

Macclesfield serves as a strategic starting point for numerous journeys. Frequent trains whisk passengers to Manchester Piccadilly, offering effortless connectivity to the city. Further afield, London Euston is also a popular destination, allowing travelers to access the heart of the UK's capital. If you're heading to Stockport or Stoke-On-Trent, services operate frequently from the station's platforms.

For those exploring central England, A journey to Birmingham New Street offers a direct route to the Midlands. Additionally, local services facilitate travel to neighboring towns such as Congleton and Crewe. Expanding your horizons, you might consider a comfortable train ride to Leeds or Liverpool Lime Street. With so many destinations at your disposal, the next great adventure is only a ticket away.

Final Thoughts

Macclesfield Train Station stands as not just a point of departure and arrival but as a facilitator of experiences. The combination of modern amenities, attentive assistance, and robust connectivity makes it a preferred station for many travelers across the UK. Whether it's the daily commute or an exciting vacation, Macclesfield Station is dedicated to getting you where you need to go efficiently and comfortably.

So why wait? Plan your journey today and let Macclesfield Station be the companion for your travel ambitions. Book your tickets now and experience the ease and convenience of rail travel from Macclesfield at its finest.

Macclesfield Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday:05:45 to 19:00
Friday:05:45 to 20:30
Saturday:06:00 to 19:00
Sunday:08:00 to 20:30
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

ArrivalScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Sunday:07:30 to 00:00
Monday to Friday:05:30 to 00:15
Saturday:05:30 to 00:15
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Customers are encouraged to approach a member of station staff for any customer information enquiry.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

Avanti West Coast Lost Property

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

Category B1 - Step free access to all platforms. Access to platform 1 via steep ramp. Access to Platform 2/3 via lift

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsYes
Waiting rooms

Indoor and heated seating with automatic doors on Platform 2, outdoor seating and in the cafe on Platform 1.

Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes
Accessible spaces2
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help available
Sunday:07:30 to 00:00
Monday to Friday:05:30 to 00:15
Saturday:05:30 to 00:15
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsYes

The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1.

Opening hours:

Monday to Friday:          5:30am to 12:15am

Saturday:           6.00am to 12:15am

Sunday: 7:30am to 12:15am

Accessible ToiletsYes
Baby ChangingYes
Waiting rooms

Indoor and heated seating with automatic doors on Platform 2, outdoor seating and in the cafe on Platform 1.

Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Upper Station Car Park
OperatorAvanti West Coast
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces19
Accessible spaces2
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Car park CCTVYes
Parking charges
Note<p>For information on how to get to the car park, plus work out the cost of your stay visit the <a href="https://www.avantiwestcoast.co.uk/destinations/parking" title="">Avanti West Coast website</a></p><p>Different rates apply to non rail users, please speak to a member of staff.</p>
Daily£12.50
Annual£1,200.00
Sunday£4.50
Monthly£132.00
Saturday£4.50
Three_monthly£374.00
Lower Station Car Park
OperatorAvanti West Coast
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces38
Accessible spaces0
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVYes
Parking charges
Note<p>For information on how to get to the car park, plus work out the cost of your stay visit the <a href="https://www.avantiwestcoast.co.uk/destinations/parking/macclesfield-station-parking" title=""><strong>Avanti West Coast website</strong></a></p><p>Different rates apply to non rail users, please speak to a member of staff.</p>
Daily£12.50
Annual£1,200.00
Sunday£4.50
Monthly£132.00
Saturday£4.50
Three_monthly£374.00
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable
ATM MachineNo
ShopsAvailable
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiAvailable

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Bicycle Storage
Spaces48

Stands and wheel racks are free to use. 24 hoops on Platform 1 (2 x cycles per hoop = 48 spaces)

Located on the North end of Platform 1

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Macclesfield Station

All you need to know about Macclesfield's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Pick Up / Drop Off on station forecourt.

A Taxi rank is available outside of the station, in the lower car park area

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

Live Departures and arrivals from Macclesfield Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Macclesfield station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.