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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Macclesfield
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Macclesfield will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for Macclesfield every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 321 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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, coach and flight for Glasgow to Macclesfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Macclesfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £43.
Distance: 321 km
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£56 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price |
4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Macclesfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Macclesfield trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:36 Glasgow | 4h00 | 14:36 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 07:00 Glasgow | 4h05 | 11:05 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:09 Glasgow | 4h41 | 12:50 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Macclesfield
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Trains from Glasgow to Macclesfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 321 km distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 321 km |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 04:28 |
Last train 19:43 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Glasgow to Macclesfield trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Glasgow and Macclesfield from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Macclesfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Macclesfield
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost 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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