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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 1 trains that leave Macclesfield station (MAC) for London Waterloo (WAT) 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 238 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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 coach, train and flight for Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 238 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£67 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £140 Average Price |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:37 Macclesfield station (MAC) | 2h25 | 12:02 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT)
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Trains from Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:37, the last at 17:46. The fastest train covers the 238 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 238 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 07:37 |
Last train 17:46 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Macclesfield station (MAC) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Macclesfield station (MAC) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Macclesfield station (MAC) and London Waterloo (WAT)
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- 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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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
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