The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to Macclesfield
Cheapest price
£194
Average price
£194
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Macclesfield will cost around £194 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £194.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basingstoke for Macclesfield every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Live departures
Basingstoke to Macclesfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Macclesfield trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:48 Basingstoke | 3h16 | 16:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:50 Basingstoke | 3h14 | 17:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:48 Basingstoke | 3h16 | 18:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:48 Basingstoke | 3h16 | 19:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 November | |||||
![]() | 05:49 Basingstoke | 3h15 | 09:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:51 Basingstoke | 3h14 | 10:05 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:50 Basingstoke | 3h14 | 11:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:48 Basingstoke | 3h16 | 12:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:49 Basingstoke | 3h15 | 13:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Macclesfield
Trains from Basingstoke to Macclesfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £108 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 233 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £108 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 06:37 |
Last train 21:37 |
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Macclesfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Macclesfield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Macclesfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Macclesfield
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:30 Saturday 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
- Car Park: Premium
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all the platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platforms 2/3 and Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Alencon Link
- Opening hours: Saturday 06:15 - 18:30 Sunday 08:00 - 17:30 Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:30
- Car Park: Lower Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located on the North end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on station forecourt.
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