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East Midlands Railway

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Macclesfield to Conwy by train

First train

05:15

Last train

23:25

Departure station

Macclesfield

Arrival station

Conwy

Journey time

From 2h 7m

Distance

71 miles (114 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Take the train from Macclesfield to Conwy in 2 hours 7 minutes

If you want to travel from Macclesfield to Conwy by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Macclesfield to Conwy by train to take around 3 hours 28 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 13 trains per day running on this route, which spans 71 miles (114 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Conwy. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Macclesfield to Conwy are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Macclesfield to Conwy

Want to know more about your journey from Macclesfield to Conwy? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Macclesfield to Conwy?

You can get from Macclesfield to Conwy by train in 3 hours and 28 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 2 hours and 7 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Macclesfield to Conwy take?

The average journey time by train between Macclesfield and Conwy is 3 hours and 28 minutes, with around 13 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Macclesfield and Conwy by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Macclesfield to Conwy is 2 hours and 7 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Macclesfield to Conwy?

No, there are no direct train services from Macclesfield to Conwy. Travelling from Macclesfield to Conwy by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Cheap train tickets from Macclesfield to Conwy

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Macclesfield to Conwy is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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