- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€44
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€79
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 19
15
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Macclesfield to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Macclesfield to London will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 15 trains from Macclesfield to London, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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.
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W33628Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Macclesfield to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a flight costs an average of €333.
Distance: 147 miles (237 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€94 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €333 Average price | €78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Macclesfield to London:
A bus is €72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Macclesfield to London costing on average €94.
A bus is €312 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Macclesfield to London costing on average €333.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 54m.
Bus takes on average 4h 46m.
You'll arrive about 2h 1m sooner (1h 54m by train vs 3h 55m by car). Tickets start at around €94 compared to roughly €78 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Macclesfield to London trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W33660 | 6:33 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h47 | 8:20 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33668 | 6:54 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h47 | 8:41 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33628 | 7:37 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h50 | 9:27 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01002+ W33622 | 7:46 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h55 | 9:41 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33397 | 8:37 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h50 | 10:27 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01006+ W33648 | 8:46 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h55 | 10:41 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33594 | 9:37 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h50 | 11:27 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01010+ W33597 | 9:46 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h55 | 11:41 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33405 | 10:37 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h50 | 12:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01014+ W33787 | 10:46 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h55 | 12:41 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33779 | 11:37 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h50 | 1:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01017+ W33571 | 11:46 AM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h55 | 1:41 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33600 | 12:37 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h50 | 2:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01021+ W33457 | 12:46 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h55 | 2:41 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33702 | 1:37 PM Macclesfield station (MAC) | 1h50 | 3:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Macclesfield to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (237 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 147 miles (237 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 11:02 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
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Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Waterloo -> Westminster Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Macclesfield to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Macclesfield to London trains use the Macclesfield to London Euston station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Macclesfield and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Macclesfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Macclesfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Macclesfield.
Ticket office support is available at Macclesfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Macclesfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Macclesfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Macclesfield: 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.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Finsbury Park is 6 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Finsbury Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Finsbury Park.
Wi-Fi is available at Finsbury Park. ATMs are available at Finsbury Park.
Ticket office support is available at Finsbury Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Finsbury Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Finsbury Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Finsbury Park: 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.
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