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Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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27

train journeys
per day

65

miles (105 kms)

1hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Carnforth and Macclesfield , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carnforth to Macclesfield is approximately 65 miles (105 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 33 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Macclesfield.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carnforth to Macclesfield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Carnforth to Macclesfield Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:43
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    07:36
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    06:44
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    08:36
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    07:06
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    07:43
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    09:35
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    08:02
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    08:39
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    09:40
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    11:35
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    09:57
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    10:55
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    11:40
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    13:36
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    11:57
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    12:43
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    14:36
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    13:43
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    14:03
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    16:17
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    14:43
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    16:36
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    15:39
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    17:25
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    16:02
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    16:43
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    17:43
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    19:36
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield
  • Mon 13th May
    18:10
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:17
    Carnforth
    Macclesfield
    Carnforth to Macclesfield

About Carnforth Station

Station name Carnforth (CNF)
Address Carnforth station, Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9ET
Managed by NT

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 Carnforth and Macclesfield

The travel time between Carnforth and Macclesfield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carnforth and Macclesfield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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

Amenities on trains between Carnforth 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 Carnforth & Macclesfield. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Macclesfield.

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