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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Macclesfield to London

Showing times and prices for 07 Mar

Cheapest price

£11

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

3 h 45 m

Average duration

3 h 51 m

Buses per day

56

Distance

237 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Macclesfield to London will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.

Fast coaches

Of the 56 buses that leave Macclesfield for London every day 46 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

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 45 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
13:504h45
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
18:35London, Victoria Coach Station
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
13:504h10
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
18:00London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
14:504h10
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
19:00London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
13:305h05
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
18:35London, Victoria Coach Station
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
16:304h10
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
20:40London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
£111One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Macclesfield to London

Omio 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 coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. 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 coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £63.

Distance: 237 km

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£12

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£72

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Live departures

Macclesfield to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Macclesfield to London coaches for today, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:58
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus23:59 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
6h16
06:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus23:59 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
5h46
05:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
Saturday 7 March
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus00:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
5h25
05:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus00:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
5h55
06:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus00:45 Manchester, Airport
6h40
07:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus00:45 Manchester, Airport
5h30
06:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus00:45 Manchester, Airport
5h00
05:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus02:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
5h10
08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus02:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h35
07:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus05:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h20
09:20 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus05:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h55
09:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus06:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h10
10:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus06:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h45
10:45 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus06:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
3h50
10:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus06:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
4h25
10:45 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h05
11:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h40
12:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
3h45
11:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
4h20
12:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus09:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h35
13:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus09:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h00
13:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus09:05 Manchester, Airport
7h05
16:10 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus09:05 Manchester, Airport
6h30
15:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h40
14:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h05
14:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
3h45
14:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
4h20
14:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:50 Manchester, Airport
6h20
17:10 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:50 Manchester, Airport
5h45
16:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:50 Manchester, Airport
6h05
16:55 London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h45
16:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h10
15:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:35 Manchester, Airport
7h10
18:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h10
17:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h45
17:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus13:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
4h30
17:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus13:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
3h55
17:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus13:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
5h05
18:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus13:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h30
18:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus13:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
4h45
18:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus13:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
4h10
18:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus14:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h40
18:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus14:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h05
18:15 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus14:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h10
19:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus14:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h45
19:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:10 Manchester, Airport
5h45
20:55 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:10 Manchester, Airport
6h00
21:10 London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:10 Manchester, Airport
6h15
21:25 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
5h30
21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h55
20:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus16:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h10
20:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus16:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h40
21:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus17:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h20
22:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus17:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
4h45
22:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:00 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
4h25
22:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:00 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
4h00
22:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect

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Megabus as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Macclesfield to London.
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Why book with Omio vs Megabus?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Macclesfield to London

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Buses from Macclesfield to London run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 237 km distance in 4h 25m.

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
5h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
22
Direct buses
19
Fastest bus
4h 25m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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: Megabus, FlixBus from Macclesfield to LondonYou can travel by bus between Macclesfield to London with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £9. 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 Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£9
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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£10
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Macclesfield to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Macclesfield to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Macclesfield to London can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Macclesfield to London is £12; 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 Macclesfield to London is 4h 25m 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 Macclesfield to London leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Macclesfield to London leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 19 direct coaches a day from Macclesfield to London with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Macclesfield to London, you can count on Megabus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Macclesfield and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Macclesfield , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Airport, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre), London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch), London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Airport, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Macclesfield is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Macclesfield to London is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Macclesfield and London including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Macclesfield to London for coach company Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Macclesfield to London:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Macclesfield to London depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
  • 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 Macclesfield to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Macclesfield to London:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
  • 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 Macclesfield to London:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Macclesfield to London. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Macclesfield to London with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Macclesfield to London with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Macclesfield to London with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Macclesfield and London

Macclesfield
London
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
information
London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre)
information

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