The average train between Bradford and Congleton takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Bradford to Congleton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Bradford and Congleton. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bradford is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Congleton at 6:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 20m • 2 changes


2h 20m • 2 changes


2h 20m • 2 changes


2h 20m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Congleton station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Bradford to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Interchange station.
Bradford to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Congleton station.
Book your Bradford to Congleton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Metrolink.
The distance between Bradford and Congleton is 76.5 km. The road distance is 106 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Congleton via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 58m.