How to get from Altrincham to Macclesfield by train?

From Altrincham to Macclesfield by train

To get from Altrincham to Macclesfield in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Altrincham station to Stockport station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Stockport station to Macclesfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min.

66min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Macclesfield
Leaves from Altrincham
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Altrincham
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Stockport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stockport
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Stoke-On-Trent
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Macclesfield
    22 min
  • 6
    Walk to Macclesfield
    Walk to
    Macclesfield
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Altrincham to Macclesfield by light rail and train

To get from Altrincham to Macclesfield in North West, take the GREEN LINE light rail from Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station to Market Street (Manchester Metrolink) station. Next, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Macclesfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min.

77min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - GREEN LINEGREEN LINE
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Walk to Macclesfield
Leaves from Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Light rail - GREEN LINEGREEN LINE
    Wait for light rail
    GREEN LINE
    Bury (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Market Street (Manchester Metrolink)
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    620 yd • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Bristol Temple Meads
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Macclesfield
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Macclesfield
    Walk to
    Macclesfield
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Altrincham to Macclesfield
The distance between Altrincham, North West and Macclesfield, North West is approximately 21.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Altrincham to Macclesfield by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Altrincham

Altrincham is located at Altrincham, North West and the nearest public transport station is Stamford Way (Stop A).

Bus stations close to Altrincham:

  • Stamford Way (Stop A)
  • Station House (Stop B)
  • Altrincham
Public transport stations close to Macclesfield, North West

Macclesfield is located at Macclesfield, North West and the nearest public transport station is The Towers.

Bus stations close to Macclesfield:

  • The Towers
  • Lord Street Alighting Only
  • Tesco
Related Routes

From Altrincham to Macclesfield by light rail and train

To get from Altrincham to Macclesfield in North West, take the GREEN LINE light rail from Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station to Market Street (Manchester Metrolink) station. Next, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Macclesfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min.

77min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - GREEN LINEGREEN LINE
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Walk to Macclesfield
Leaves from Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Light rail - GREEN LINEGREEN LINE
    Wait for light rail
    GREEN LINE
    Bury (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Market Street (Manchester Metrolink)
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    620 yd • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Bristol Temple Meads
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Macclesfield
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Macclesfield
    Walk to
    Macclesfield
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Altrincham to Macclesfield?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Altrincham to Macclesfield?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Bus line GREEN LINE, Bus line CROSSCOUNTRY.

  • Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Macclesfield in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Altrincham to Macclesfield in North West?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Altrincham station near Altrincham to Stockport station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Stockport station near Macclesfield in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Altrincham to Macclesfield in North West by train?

    The total travel time between Altrincham and Macclesfield in North West by train is about 1 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Altrincham to get to Macclesfield in North West?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Altrincham station near Altrincham in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Altrincham and Macclesfield in North West?

    Get off the train at the Stockport station, which is closest to Macclesfield in North West.

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