The average train between Cheltenham and Congleton takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham 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 hourly between Cheltenham and Congleton. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Congleton at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Congleton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Congleton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Cheltenham to Congleton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Congleton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.
Book your Cheltenham to Congleton train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Cheltenham and Congleton is 140.7 km. The road distance is 163 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Congleton via Birmingham New Street and Stoke-on-Trent in around 2h 46m.