The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Poynton
Cheapest price
£165
Average price
£166
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Poynton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Poynton will cost around £166 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £165.
Of the 2 trains that leave London for Poynton 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 245 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 31 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 London to Poynton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Poynton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 245 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£90 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Poynton train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Poynton trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:31 London | 3h35 | 08:06 Poynton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:35 London | 4h31 | 09:06 Poynton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Poynton
Trains from London to Poynton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Poynton trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Poynton from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Poynton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Poynton 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 Poynton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Poynton
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Macclesfield Platform: Level access from station front through ticket office or side gate straight onto platform. Manchester Platform: Level access from car park through gate straight onto platform. Access between platforms via footbridge up 31 steps across bridge and down 30 steps with rest landings and handrails both sides, or via Chester Road overbridge . Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Chester Rd adjacent to the Station Entrance. (Station side for Macclesfield, opposite side for Manchester)
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