Macclesfield to Watford by train

Taking the train from Macclesfield to Watford

Ready to book a trip from Macclesfield to Watford by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Macclesfield and Watford

Average fares along this route:

• The cheapest ticket price: £33.93

• Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

• Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

• Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

• Travel with a budget train operator

• Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

• Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

• Select a non-flexible fare

• Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

• Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Macclesfield to Watford departure frequency and train timetable

With 3 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 4 hours and 22 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:48 and the last one is at 21:37. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 08:41, with the last one at 20:56.

Macclesfield to Watford distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 214 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 hour and 35 minutes.

How far in advance Macclesfield and Watford tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Macclesfield and Watford are available 3 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making the most of your trip to Watford

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Watford.