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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Macclesfield
Cheapest price
£166
Average price
£214
Fastest journey
4 h 47 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Macclesfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Macclesfield will cost around £214 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £166.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bournemouth for Macclesfield every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 283 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 50 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
Bournemouth to Macclesfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Macclesfield trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 06:30 Bournemouth | 4h34 | 11:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:30 Bournemouth | 4h34 | 12:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:40 Bournemouth | 4h24 | 13:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:45 Bournemouth | 4h19 | 14:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:45 Bournemouth | 4h19 | 15:04 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:15 Bournemouth | 4h50 | 09:05 Macclesfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Macclesfield
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Trains from Bournemouth to Macclesfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 06:30 |
Last train 19:46 |
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Macclesfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth and Macclesfield
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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 both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
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ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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