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Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Reading

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25

train journeys
per day

133

miles (215 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

06:37 / 00:46

first / last train

13

direct trains

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Macclesfield and Reading , with 13 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Macclesfield to Reading is approximately 133 miles (215 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 30 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Macclesfield and Reading.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Macclesfield to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Macclesfield to Reading Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:37
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:54
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:37
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:38
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs Direct
    10:46
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:46
    2 hrs 54 mins Direct
    11:40
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:37
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:38
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:46
    2 hrs 53 mins Direct
    12:39
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:37
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:38
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:46
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    13:41
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:37
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    14:38
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:46
    2 hrs 56 mins Direct
    14:42
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:37
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:46
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    15:41
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:46
    2 hrs 54 mins Direct
    16:40
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:46
    2 hrs 54 mins Direct
    17:40
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:46
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    18:41
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:46
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    19:41
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:37
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:46
    2 hrs 53 mins Direct
    21:39
    Macclesfield
    Reading
    Macclesfield to Reading

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 Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Macclesfield and Reading

The travel time between Macclesfield and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Macclesfield and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:46.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 13 direct services per day from Macclesfield to Reading

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Macclesfield and Reading.

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