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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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26

train journeys
per day

131

miles (211 kms)

3hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Macclesfield , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield is approximately 131 miles (211 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 56 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Macclesfield.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield Today

  • Mon 13th May
    06:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    07:18
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    11:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    07:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:36
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    08:18
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    12:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    08:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:36
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    09:18
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    13:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    09:30
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:25
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    09:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    13:36
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    10:18
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    14:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    10:30
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    14:25
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    10:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    14:36
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    11:18
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    15:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    11:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    15:36
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    12:18
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    12:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    16:36
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    13:18
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    17:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    13:30
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    17:25
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    13:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    17:36
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    14:18
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    18:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    14:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:36
    Cardiff Bay
    Macclesfield
    Cardiff Bay to Macclesfield

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Macclesfield Station

Station name Macclesfield (MAC)
Address Macclesfield station, Waters Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6JP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:45 - 19:00
Tuesday 05:45 - 19:00
Wednesday 05:45 - 19:00
Thursday 05:45 - 19:00
Friday 05:45 - 20:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Bay and Macclesfield

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Macclesfield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Macclesfield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Bay and Macclesfield typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Bay and Macclesfield can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Bay & Macclesfield. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Macclesfield.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Bay and Macclesfield, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.