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Bolton to Macclesfield Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bolton to Macclesfield, starting from €2.37 and averaging €21.68. The entire journey takes no more than 51m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
14:36 1h, Changes required Bolton	15:36 Macclesfield	Find Tickets
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14:54 51m, Changes required Bolton	15:45 Macclesfield	Find Tickets
14:58 1h 19m, Changes required Bolton	16:17 Macclesfield	Find Tickets
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Bolton to Macclesfield Train Route Details

First train

05:54

Last train

22:22

Departure station

Bolton

Arrival station

Macclesfield

Journey time

51m

Distance

41 km

Price

€2.37*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Bolton to Macclesfield

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Bolton to Macclesfield during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bolton to Macclesfield for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bolton to Macclesfield, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bolton to Macclesfield ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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Bolton to Macclesfield Train prices and times

Bolton to Macclesfield Train Route Details