Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Watford Junction | Macclesfield | No tags | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Macclesfield | No tags | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Macclesfield | No tags | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Macclesfield | No tags | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Macclesfield | No tags |
Get from Watford to Macclesfield
The journey takes about 1 hour 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just £136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at £136
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Watford to Macclesfield by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Watford to Macclesfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Watford to Macclesfield start from £136. The average price for this train route is around £205. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Watford to Macclesfield?
The average train journey time from Watford to Macclesfield is 1h 41m, covering a distance of 132 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 41m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Watford to Macclesfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Watford to Macclesfield?
The earliest train from Watford to Macclesfield departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 07:01.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Watford to Macclesfield was searched and found on 5 Feb 2026 with a price of £199To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Watford to Macclesfield as early as possible.
