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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Macclesfield
Cheapest price
£121
Average price
£121
Fastest journey
4 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
310 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Macclesfield will cost around £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £121.
Of the 1 trains that leave Canterbury for Macclesfield every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 310 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 57 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Canterbury to Macclesfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Macclesfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £72, and a train costs an average of £121.
Distance: 310 km
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3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Macclesfield
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Trains from Canterbury to Macclesfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £121 but you can travel from only £72 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 17:37. The fastest train covers the 310 km distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 310 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £121 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 06:37 |
Last train 17:37 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from Canterbury to Macclesfield trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Macclesfield from £72. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Canterbury to Macclesfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Macclesfield
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- 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: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- 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: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
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ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Saturday 06:15 - 18:30 Sunday 08:00 - 17:30 Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:30
- Car Park: Lower Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located on the North end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on station forecourt.
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