Reading to Macclesfield by train

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Overview: trains from Reading to Macclesfield

Find the key information for travelling by train from Reading to Macclesfield, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:15 View journey
Last train 20:15 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 45m View journey
Distance (km) 215
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey AU$136.87 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 53m
Train operators 1

From Reading to Macclesfield by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Reading to Macclesfield by train. With 21 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Reading to Macclesfield

Getting from Reading to Macclesfield by rail typically costs AU$136.87, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Reading to Macclesfield train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:15.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 20:15.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:15.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 20:15.

  • 21 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 51 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Reading and Macclesfield

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 45 minutes, covering a total of 215 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Reading and Macclesfield?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Reading and Macclesfield 4 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

More information on train travel from Reading to Macclesfield

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Macclesfield city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Reading to Macclesfield

Want to know more about your journey from Reading to Macclesfield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Reading to Macclesfield is 215 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.