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3:524h25Glasgow8:17Macclesfield£311One-way0 changes- 8:094h08Glasgow12:17Macclesfield£601One-way0 changes
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Compare coach, train 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 £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £47.
Distance: 321 km
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£50 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Glasgow to Macclesfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Macclesfield trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 6:29 Glasgow | 3h55 | 10:24 Macclesfield | 2 changes | |
| 7:36 Glasgow | 3h48 | 11:24 Macclesfield | 2 changes | |
| 8:00 Glasgow | 4h16 | 12:16 Macclesfield | 2 changes | |
| 8:38 Glasgow | 3h46 | 12:24 Macclesfield | 2 changes | |
| 9:36 Glasgow | 3h48 | 13:24 Macclesfield | 2 changes | |
| 9:39 Glasgow | 4h37 | 14:16 Macclesfield | 2 changes | |
| 10:38 Glasgow | 3h46 | 14:24 Macclesfield | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
| 3:52 Glasgow | 4h25 | 8:17 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Macclesfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Macclesfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 321 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 321 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 19:43 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Macclesfield trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Macclesfield from £18. 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
Most Glasgow to Macclesfield trains use the Glasgow Central to Macclesfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Macclesfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: No.
Getting to Nitshill from Glasgow city centre
Nitshill is 8 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Nitshill train station facilities and services
Nitshill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nitshill.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nitshill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Nitshill: Bike Parking.
Which Macclesfield station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Macclesfield from Macclesfield city centre
Macclesfield train station facilities and services
Macclesfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Macclesfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Macclesfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Macclesfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Macclesfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Macclesfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Macclesfield: 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.
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