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Get from Macclesfield to Birmingham
The journey takes about 1 hour 8 minutes, and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £23
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Macclesfield to Birmingham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Macclesfield to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Macclesfield to Birmingham start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £64. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Macclesfield to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Macclesfield to Birmingham is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 55 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 7m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Macclesfield to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Macclesfield to Birmingham departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 20:46.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Macclesfield to Birmingham was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Macclesfield to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £25 to £133 for a train ticket from Macclesfield to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2025-12-17.
