McDonald’s Burger Menu UK: Prices & Calories 2026

The McDonald’s burger menu in the UK starts at £1.39 for a hamburger and goes up to £8.79 for a Big Arch. Below you will find every burger with its price, medium meal price, and calories.

This guide is part of our full McDonald’s menu prices UK page. Most restaurants are franchised, so prices can vary a little between branches.

Quick Answers

• A Big Mac is £5.99 on its own and £7.99 as a medium meal.
• The cheapest burgers are the Hamburger and Mayo Chicken at £1.39.
• The biggest burger is the Big Arch at 1,057 kcal.
• The plant-based option is the McPlant at £4.79.

McDonald’s Burger Menu Prices and Calories

A medium meal includes medium fries and a medium drink.

McDonald’s Cheapest Burger

The cheapest burgers are the Hamburger and the Mayo Chicken, both at £1.39. The Cheeseburger is £1.59, and the Double Cheeseburger is £2.29.

All of these sit on the McDonald’s Saver Menu, which is the best place to eat for under two pounds.

Big Mac vs. Quarter Pounder

Both cost £5.99 and have almost the same calories, 509 and 513 kcal. The Big Mac has sauce, pickles, and lettuce. The Quarter Pounder with Cheese is simpler, with a larger patty and melted cheese.

The Big Arch

The Big Arch is the biggest burger on the menu at £8.79 and 1,057 kcal. Compared with the Double Quarter Pounder, you pay £1.30 more for 312 extra calories. Check the app to confirm it is available at your restaurant.

Vegetarian and Vegan Burgers

The McDonald’s vegetarian burger options are the McPlant at £4.79 and the Vegetable Deluxe at £4.49.

The McPlant is plant-based and cooked on a separate grill. Strict vegans should still check the allergen guide in the app.

Secret Menu Burgers

You can now order these by name.

New and Limited-Time Burgers

The McExtreme from Spain is part of the World Menu Heist. It costs £8.99, or £11.09 as a medium meal. Some Heist items are due to stay until about 16 November 2026, but they can sell out sooner.

The Big Rösti and the Maple & Cheddar Chicken left the menu on 19 October. The festive menu usually arrives in mid- to late November, but dates are not confirmed.

Burger Meal Prices

Upgrading from a single burger to a medium meal usually adds about two pounds. That is good value for fries and a drink.

For the lowest bill, a cheeseburger, small fries, and a small drink come to £4.67. A Big Mac medium meal is £7.99.

Lightest and Heaviest Burgers

The lightest burger is the hamburger at 254 kcal. The heaviest is the Big Arch at 1,057 kcal. Choosing Coke Zero or water instead of a regular Coke can save a couple of hundred calories.

See the rest of the range in our McDonald’s menu categories. If you are eating before 11am, check the McDonald’s breakfast menu first.

How to Pay Less

Order through the official app. It has exclusive deals and earns Rewards points, and 6,500 points can get you a free Big Mac, McSpicy, McCrispy, or McPlant.

Delivery apps such as Uber Eats, Just Eat, and Deliveroo usually add 10 to 20 percent, plus fees.

FAQs

How much is a Big Mac in the UK?

A Big Mac costs about £5.99 on its own and £7.99 as a medium meal. Airports, motorway services, and central London cost more.

What is the cheapest burger at McDonald’s?

The Hamburger and Mayo Chicken are the cheapest at £1.39 each. The cheeseburger is £1.59.

How many calories are in a Big Mac?

A Big Mac has about 509 kcal. The Quarter Pounder with Cheese has 513 kcal and the Big Arch has 1,057 kcal.

Does McDonald’s have a veggie or vegan burger?

Yes. The McPlant is £4.79 and the Vegetable Deluxe is £4.49. The McPlant is plant-based, but check the allergen guide for sauces and cheese.

Why do McDonald’s prices differ between restaurants?

Most UK restaurants are franchised, so owners set their own prices. City centres, airports and service stations are usually the most expensive.

Conclusion

The McDonald’s burger menu has an option for every budget, from the £1.39 Hamburger to the 1,057 kcal Big Arch. Use the Saver Menu and the app to pay less, and check the app for limited-time items before you go.

Planning an early visit? Our McDonald’s breakfast hours page shows when the morning menu ends.

Independent guide, not affiliated with McDonald’s. Prices may vary by restaurant.