Macclesfield to Reading by train

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Overview: trains from Macclesfield to Reading

Find the key information for travelling by train from Macclesfield to Reading, 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 07:49 View journey
Last train 20:49 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 49m View journey
Distance (km) 215
Trains / day 25 View all
Cheapest journey US$127.50 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 53m
Train operators 1

Taking the train from Macclesfield to Reading

So you’re considering going from Macclesfield to Reading by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Macclesfield and Reading: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$127.50, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train times for travel from Macclesfield to Reading

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 07:49 and the last departure is 20:49. On weekends, the first train departs at 07:49 and the last train leaves at 19:49. On average, a total of 25 trains make this journey each day.

Travel time and distance between Macclesfield and Reading

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 49 minutes, covering a total of 215 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Macclesfield and Reading?

You can secure tickets for travel between Macclesfield and Reading up to 3 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn more about train travel from Macclesfield to Reading

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Reading city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Macclesfield to Reading

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

The train journey from Macclesfield to Reading covers 215 kilometres in total.

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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.