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Reading to Macclesfield Train Route Details

First train
First train
15:43
Last train
Last train
19:15
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Macclesfield
Journey time
Journey time
2h 50m
Distance
Distance
135 miles
Price
Price
SAR 106.83*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

What are the next train times from Reading to Macclesfield?

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15:43
2h 53m, 1 change
Reading
18:36
Macclesfield
CrossCountry
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15:46
2h 56m, 1 change
Reading
18:42
Macclesfield
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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16:05
3h, 2 change
Reading
19:05
Macclesfield
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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16:15
2h 50m, Direct
Reading
19:05
Macclesfield
CrossCountry
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16:18
3h 18m, 2 change
Reading
19:36
Macclesfield
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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16:47
2h 55m, 1 change
Reading
19:42
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Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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Explore the cheapest prices to Macclesfield from Reading this week

Typical ticket prices between Reading and Macclesfield are around SAR 106.83, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Macclesfield

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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you make the journey between Reading and Macclesfield on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Group travel deals

If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Reading to Macclesfield more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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