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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Macclesfield
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£194
Average price
£194
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
310 km
Cheap tickets
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 £194 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £194.
Fast trains
To travel from Canterbury to Macclesfield you need to make at least one change.
05:203h21
Canterbury08:41Macclesfield
£1941One-way
1 change
06:492h53
Canterbury09:42Macclesfield
£1941One-way
1 change
07:492h53
Canterbury10:42Macclesfield
£1941One-way
1 change
08:233h19
Canterbury11:42Macclesfield
£1941One-way
1 change
09:213h21
Canterbury12:42Macclesfield
£1941One-way
1 change
06:492h53
Canterbury09:42Macclesfield
£1941One-way
1 change
07:492h53
Canterbury10:42Macclesfield
£1941One-way
1 change
20:233h01
Canterbury23:24Macclesfield
£1941One-way
1 change
08:233h19
Canterbury11:42Macclesfield
£1941One-way
1 change
11:233h19
Canterbury14:42Macclesfield
£1941One-way
1 change
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 £122.
Distance: 310 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£122 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Canterbury to Macclesfield train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:32
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:20 Canterbury | 3h21 | 08:41 Macclesfield | 1 change | |
| 06:49 Canterbury | 2h53 | 09:42 Macclesfield | 1 change | |
| 07:49 Canterbury | 2h53 | 10:42 Macclesfield | 1 change | |
| 08:23 Canterbury | 3h19 | 11:42 Macclesfield | 1 change | |
| 09:21 Canterbury | 3h21 | 12:42 Macclesfield | 1 change |
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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 £122 but you can travel from only £72 by flight.
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
Flight from £72
Distance 310 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £122 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 06:37 |
Last train 17:37 |
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
Flight from £72
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.
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
4h 24m
Cheapest Price
£88
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 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
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
£195
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Canterbury to Macclesfield train
FAQs: Travel by train from Canterbury to Macclesfield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Canterbury to Macclesfield.
Booking trains from Canterbury to Macclesfield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury to Macclesfield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £122, while the average price tends to be around £122.
To get from Canterbury to Macclesfield, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Macclesfield is by flight, costing approximately £72.
The train station in Canterbury that goes to Macclesfield is Canterbury West (CBW), and it arrives at Macclesfield station (MAC).
The train distance from Canterbury to Macclesfield is 310 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Canterbury to Macclesfield.
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury to Macclesfield.
The train journey from Canterbury to Macclesfield covers a distance of 310 km and takes approximately 4h 57m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Canterbury to Macclesfield leaves at 6:37.
The last train from Canterbury to Macclesfield departs at 17:37.
Trains from Canterbury to Macclesfield run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury to Macclesfield.
There is no night train service from Canterbury to Macclesfield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Macclesfield
Canterbury
Macclesfield
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury East for your trip from Canterbury to Macclesfield.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- 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 transport options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- 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 transport options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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 Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost 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 transport options for Macclesfield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on station forecourt.
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