4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Congleton to Manchester
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Congleton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Congleton to Manchester will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Congleton for Manchester on Sat, Jan 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 03 the direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sat, Jan 03 the slowest trains will take 41 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Congleton to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Congleton to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Congleton to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Congleton to Manchester trains for today, Friday, January 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:09 PM Congleton | 0h41 | 2:50 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 3 | |||||
| 6:09 AM Congleton | 0h40 | 6:49 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:09 AM Congleton | 0h41 | 7:50 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Congleton to Manchester
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Trains from Congleton to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (35 km) distance in 39m.
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 23:14 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Congleton to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Congleton and Manchester from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Congleton to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Congleton to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Congleton to Manchester
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Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 13:40 Saturday 07:30 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - separate level access from station front to Manchester platform and ticket office and from path to Stoke platform. A stepped footbridge links both platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop at the top of the station approach road.
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ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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 toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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