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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Macclesfield
Showing times and prices for Dec 11
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
237 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Macclesfield will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Macclesfield on Thu, Dec 11, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
09:53AM1h49
London11:42AMMacclesfield
$741One-way
0 transfers
08:39PM1h45
London10:24PMMacclesfield
$751One-way
0 transfers
08:53AM1h49
London10:42AMMacclesfield
$1011One-way
0 transfers
08:33AM2h03
London10:36AMMacclesfield
$1201One-way
0 transfers
07:13AM1h52
London09:05AMMacclesfield
$1821One-way
0 transfers
08:39PM1h45
London10:24PMMacclesfield
$751One-way
0 transfers
06:53AM1h49
London08:42AMMacclesfield
$2911One-way
0 transfers
03:53PM1h49
London05:42PMMacclesfield
$2901One-way
0 transfers
08:53AM1h49
London10:42AMMacclesfield
$1011One-way
0 transfers
09:53AM1h49
London11:42AMMacclesfield
$741One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Macclesfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Macclesfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a flight costs an average of €43.
Distance: 147 miles (237 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€89 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €167 Average price |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Macclesfield train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Macclesfield trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:57 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:46 AM London | 3h04 | 8:50 AM Macclesfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:53 AM London | 1h49 | 8:42 AM Macclesfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:53 AM London | 1h49 | 10:42 AM Macclesfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:03 PM London | 2h57 | 12:00 AM Macclesfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Macclesfield?
The best time to book your train from London to Macclesfield is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Macclesfield route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Macclesfield per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Macclesfield.
Trains
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Overview: Train from London to Macclesfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Macclesfield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (237 km) distance in 1h 49m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€6)
Distance 147 miles (237 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 22:36 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€6)
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from London to Macclesfield trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between London and Macclesfield from $8 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
$35 (€28)
Avanti West Coast frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 19m
Cheapest Price
$56 (€45)
CrossCountry frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
$57 (€46)
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from London to Macclesfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Macclesfield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Macclesfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A 1 to 2-day visit in Macclesfield is sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the Silk Museum, the beautiful countryside, and nearby Peak District National Park.
The train journey from London to Macclesfield offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with scenic stretches as the train passes through the picturesque landscapes of the English countryside, particularly as it approaches the Peak District.
Train ticket prices from London to Macclesfield can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $33 (€26), while the average price is around $110 (€89).
The cheapest way to get from London to Macclesfield is by bus, with a cost of around $8 (€6).
The train from London to Macclesfield takes 1h 49m and runs 8 per day.
Yes, a day trip from London to Macclesfield is feasible with a travel time of 1h 49m and a distance of 147 miles (237 km). There are 8 train trips available per day.
The last train from London to Macclesfield leaves at 10:36 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London to Macclesfield.
The first train from London to Macclesfield leaves at 5:21 AM.
The distance by train from London to Macclesfield is 147 miles (237 km).
Yes, you can take the train from London to Macclesfield.
The train station in London that goes to Macclesfield is London Euston (EUS), which connects to Macclesfield station (MAC).
Yes, there is a direct train from London to Macclesfield. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
There is no high speed train available from London to Macclesfield.
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Popular train stations from London to Macclesfield
London
Macclesfield
The major train station for departures in London is Clapham Junction. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Clapham Junction for your trip from London to Macclesfield.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline. The National key toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are on platforms 1, 9/10 and 13/14
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Brighton Yard side of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Clapham Junction
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through services: Grant Road Bus Stop A All arrivals (except via Wandsworth Town): St Johns Hill Bus Stop C Arrivals via Wandsworth Town: Grant Road Bus Stop R
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to both platforms and interchange between platforms from booking hall via moderate but long ramps.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On the station forecourt and in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: One by Car Park and One by Well Hall Road
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Eltham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus alighting point, just outside the booking hall
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Address
Finsbury Park station, Station Place, Seven Sisters Road, Finsbury Park, Greater London, N4 2DHTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:45 - 21:00
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to platfrom 1/2 only (towards London). Access to all other platforms via steps. Assistance Meeting Point is ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 7/8, Male only on Platforms 3/4
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 7 and 8. Access to is not step free. Unheated shelters are available on other platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Outside the station on Stroud Green Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 London.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
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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