London to Macclesfield bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Macclesfield

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept

Cheapest price on 23 Sept

£15

Average ticket price on 23 Sept

£19

Fastest journey on 23 Sept

3 h 40 m

Average journey duration on 23 Sept

3 h 51 m

Buses on 23 Sept

49

Distance

237 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Macclesfield will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.

Fast coaches

On Wed 23 Sept, we found 49 buses from London to Macclesfield, including 40 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 237 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    14:404h00
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    18:40Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:104h10
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    16:20Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    14:004h40
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    18:40Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:103h55
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    17:05Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:104h20
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    17:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for London to Macclesfield

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Macclesfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. 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 coach costs an average of £18, while a flight costs an average of £331.

Distance: 237 km

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Driving

£18

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Cheapest

£331

Average Price

£94

Average Price

£71

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5h 15m

Average total duration

4h 45m

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30m

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3h 52m

Average total duration

1h 52m

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2h 23m

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1h 53m

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4h 4m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.4kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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British Airways

Most popular airline

Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest way to travel from London to Macclesfield is a coach with an average price of £18.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Macclesfield:

A coach is £76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Macclesfield costing on average £94.

A coach is £313 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Macclesfield costing on average £331.

The fastest way to travel from London to Macclesfield is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 52m.

Other travel options to Macclesfield take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 53m.

Coach takes on average 4h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Macclesfield including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £71 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £53. The journey takes 4h 45m versus 4h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by FlixBus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

London to Macclesfield bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Macclesfield coaches for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus21:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h30
2:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus23:55 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
5h30
5:25 Manchester, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h51
5:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h26
5:25 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
6h11
6:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:30 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
6h45
13:15 Manchester, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h40
11:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h20
11:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus7:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
6h10
13:15 Manchester, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h50
11:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h10
11:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
6h30
16:00 Manchester, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
6h20
15:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h30
16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h45
15:45 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h10
16:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h50
16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h50
16:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h05
15:45 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h30
16:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h10
16:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h00
17:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h35
17:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus12:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
6h15
18:55 Manchester, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus13:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h55
17:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h20
17:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h40
18:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h00
19:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h00
18:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h20
19:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h25
20:25 Manchester, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h10
20:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
6h05
21:35 Manchester, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h45
20:25 Manchester, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus15:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h25
20:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h40
20:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h00
21:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus16:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
5h25
21:35 Manchester, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h00
20:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h20
21:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h30
22:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h50
22:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h30
23:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h10
23:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h00
23:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h40
23:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h50
0:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h10
0:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h00
2:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Macclesfield

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Buses from London to Macclesfield run on average 43 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

There are 39 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 237 km distance in 3h 40m.

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
Distance
237 km
Average bus duration
4h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
43
Direct buses
39
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
2 days
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

Bus providers: FlixBus from London to MacclesfieldYou can travel by bus between London to Macclesfield with FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£8
FlixBus frequency
47 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Complete guide to Macclesfield

Things to do in Macclesfield

Discover the best of Macclesfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Macclesfield trip today.

  • Must visit

The Silk Museum

Town museum covering Macclesfield's silk heritage, local history and changing exhibitions in a restored industrial setting.

  • Must visit

Paradise Mill

Working Jacquard silk mill with looms and guided visits that show how Macclesfield became a centre of silk production.

Macclesfield Bus Station Heritage Centre

Small local museum and archive space preserving the history of Macclesfield's once busy bus and transport network.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for England: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Manchester or London, while local buses and cafés remain fairly affordable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional, usually just small change.

FAQs: London to Macclesfield coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Macclesfield by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Macclesfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Macclesfield can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Macclesfield is £18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Macclesfield is 3h 40m to travel the 237 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Macclesfield leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Macclesfield leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 39 direct coaches a day from London to Macclesfield with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Macclesfield, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Macclesfield. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Macclesfield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from London , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 . When arriving in Macclesfield , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Manchester, Airport.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Macclesfield is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Macclesfield including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Macclesfield:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Macclesfield for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Macclesfield depends on the coach companies:
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Macclesfield.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Macclesfield:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Macclesfield:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London to Macclesfield. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Macclesfield with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Macclesfield with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Macclesfield with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Macclesfield

Most London to Macclesfield buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Macclesfield bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Macclesfield

Which London station do buses to Macclesfield leave from?

Buses from London to Macclesfield leave from London, Victoria Coach Station. The station is 2 km from London city centre at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre

London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min

London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services

London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre

BusN113 · 22m · £2 · every ~2 min
A1, A31, A2, A6 · 25m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
757 · 28m · £4 · every ~9 min
A31, A1, A2, A6 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Uk023, Ukx010, Ukn21, Ukn10, Uk003, Uk014, Uk008, Ukn11, Uk010, Uk020, Uk004, Uk021, Uk001, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn30, Uk030, Uk005, Uk002, Ukn31 · 40m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
13 · 41m · £4 · every ~28 min
SubwayJubilee · 12m · £5 · every ~68 min
Jubilee · 12m · £5 · every ~68 min
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre

BusN11, N44 · 11m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 14m · £2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 16m · £2 · every ~46 min
24 · 23m · £2 · every ~25 min
390 · 31m · £2 · every ~26 min
A8 · 33m · £0.90 · every ~10 min

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