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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prestbury to Macclesfield
Trains from Prestbury to Macclesfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 3 km |
Average train duration 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 06:11 |
Last train 23:44 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Prestbury to Macclesfield trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Prestbury and Macclesfield from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8m
Cheapest Price
€5
Northern Rail (3) frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Prestbury to Macclesfield
FAQs: Travel by train from Prestbury to Macclesfield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Prestbury to Macclesfield.

Cheap train tickets from Prestbury to Macclesfield can start from as little as €1 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Prestbury to Macclesfield is €2; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Prestbury to Macclesfield train travel time is 3 min for the 3 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Prestbury to Macclesfield leaves at 06: 11. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Prestbury to Macclesfield leaves at 23: 44.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Prestbury to Macclesfield without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 5 direct trains from Prestbury to Macclesfield each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Prestbury to Macclesfield train with Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip from Prestbury to Macclesfield as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 44.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Prestbury, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Macclesfield, located 0.1 miles (232 m) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Macclesfield from Prestbury is worth doing with a journey time of 3 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Prestbury to Macclesfield is September.
You have options as you can travel between Prestbury and Macclesfield 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prestbury to Macclesfield
Prestbury
Macclesfield
The major train station for departures in Prestbury is Prestbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Prestbury for your trip from Prestbury to Macclesfield.
Prestbury




Amenities at train station
information
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Manchester Platform: Step free access from car park through gate onto platform or by steps from station entrance. Macclesfield platform: Reached only by footbridge from Manchester platform with 31 steps up across bridge and down 33 steps. Rest landings and handrails on both sides.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Prestbury
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stop opposite the Lord Admiral Rodney pub on New Road for Manchester and at the bus stop opposite the pub for Macclesfield.
The major train station for arrivals in Macclesfield is Macclesfield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Macclesfield for your journey to Macclesfield from Prestbury.
Macclesfield








Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Saturday 06:15 - 18:30 Sunday 08:00 - 17:30 Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:30
Parking
- Car Park: Lower Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located on the North end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Macclesfield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on station forecourt.
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