Macclesfield to Aviemore by train
| First train | 07:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:52 | |
| Departure station | Macclesfield | |
| Arrival station | Aviemore | |
| Journey time | From 6h 43m | |
| Distance | 280 miles (450 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Macclesfield to Aviemore by train
Looking to travel from Macclesfield to Aviemore by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 8 minutes to travel from Macclesfield to Aviemore by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 43 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 280 miles (450 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Aviemore, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to get to Aviemore. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Macclesfield to Aviemore in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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