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It takes an average of 3h 49m to travel from Macclesfield to Gloucester by train, over a distance of around 96 miles (155 km). There are normally 30 trains per day travelling from Macclesfield to Gloucester and tickets for this journey start from £42.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:20 | |
| Departure station | Macclesfield | |
| Arrival station | Gloucester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 14m | |
| Distance | 96 miles (155 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £42.70 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Macclesfield to Gloucester by train
Looking to travel from Macclesfield to Gloucester by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 49 minutes to travel from Macclesfield to Gloucester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 14 minutes though. You'll usually find 30 trains per day running along the 96 miles (155 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Gloucester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Gloucester. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Macclesfield to Gloucester in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £42.70.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Macclesfield to Gloucester?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.