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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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17

train journeys
per day

90

miles (145 kms)

3hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

04:56 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Macclesfield (MAC)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Macclesfield , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Macclesfield is approximately 90 miles (145 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 25 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Macclesfield.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Macclesfield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Darlington to Macclesfield Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:56
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:18
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    18:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:17
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    19:36
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:17
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    20:26
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:17
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    21:36
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    22:25
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:17
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    23:48
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:28
    6 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    06:15
    Darlington
    Macclesfield
    Darlington to Macclesfield

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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 Darlington and Macclesfield

The travel time between Darlington and Macclesfield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Macclesfield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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

Amenities on trains between Darlington 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 Darlington & Macclesfield. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Macclesfield.

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