The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Congleton
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Congleton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Congleton will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 2 trains that leave London for Congleton on Wed, May 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 20 the direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Wed, May 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
12:13 PM1h56London2:09 PMCongleton$571One-way0 transfers
9:13 AM1h56London11:09 AMCongleton$1181One-way0 transfers
9:13 AM1h56London11:09 AMCongleton$1181One-way0 transfers
12:13 PM1h56London2:09 PMCongleton$571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Congleton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Congleton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$83 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $163 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Congleton:
A bus is $63 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Congleton costing on average $83 (€67).
A bus is $143 (€116) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Congleton costing on average $163 (€132).
Other travel options to Congleton take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 46m.
Bus takes on average 4h 43m.
The journey is about 1h 56m faster (1h 46m by train vs 3h 42m by car) and roughly $11 (€9) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($83 (€67) vs $94 (€76)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Congleton train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Congleton trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:13 AM London | 1h56 | 11:09 AM Congleton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Congleton
Trains from London to Congleton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Congleton trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Congleton from $12 (€10). 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 London to Congleton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Congleton 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 Congleton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Congleton
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:10 - 19:30 Sunday 08:40 - 16:40 Ticket office managed by Southeastern
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to both platforms. Step free interchange via road and steep paths is in excess of 250 metres. Stepped access between platforms is via a footbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt/ platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards London - Bus stop R on Catford Road (by the St Dunstans Jubilee Pavilion) Towards Hayes - Bus stop M on Catford Road (by the computer repair centre)
- 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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