What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Macclesfield?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Macclesfield?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Macclesfield is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £24 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Macclesfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Macclesfield. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Reading to Macclesfield?

The distance between Reading and Macclesfield is 163 miles. The road distance is 158.4 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Macclesfield without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £24 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Macclesfield?

The train from Reading to Macclesfield takes 2h 49m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Reading to Macclesfield train from?

Reading to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Reading to Macclesfield is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £24 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Reading to Macclesfield train arrive?

Reading to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Macclesfield station.

Can I drive from Reading to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Macclesfield is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Reading to Macclesfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Macclesfield?

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1280+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

Reading to Macclesfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Macclesfieldtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 49m
£24–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk980
5h 43m
£45–94
Drive 157.4 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Macclesfieldcar 157.4 mi
3h 11m
£39–56
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 48m
£73–243
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 34m
£84–198

Reading to Macclesfield by train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.8 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Macclesfield, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Macclesfield hourly. Tickets cost £24–110 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Macclesfield via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, Stoke-on-Trent station, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 5h 43m.

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