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Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Bedford

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18

train journeys
per day

103

miles (167 kms)

2hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

06:37 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Macclesfield and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Macclesfield to Bedford is approximately 103 miles (167 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 5 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Macclesfield and Bedford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Macclesfield to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Macclesfield to Bedford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:37
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    15:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    16:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    17:23
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    17:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    18:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    19:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    20:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    21:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    22:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:37
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    00:27
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:37
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    02:14
    Macclesfield
    Bedford
    Macclesfield to Bedford

About Macclesfield Station

Station name Macclesfield (MAC)
Address Macclesfield station, Waters Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6JP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:45 - 19:00
Tuesday 05:45 - 19:00
Wednesday 05:45 - 19:00
Thursday 05:45 - 19:00
Friday 05:45 - 20:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bedford Station

Station name Bedford (BDM)
Address Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:00
Saturday 05:45 - 21:00
Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Macclesfield and Bedford

The travel time between Macclesfield and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Macclesfield and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Macclesfield and Bedford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Macclesfield & Bedford. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Macclesfield and Bedford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Macclesfield and Bedford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.