The average train between Chester and Congleton takes 1h 16m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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 Chester and Congleton. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Congleton at 10:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 1h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester 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 Chester to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Congleton station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.
Chester to Congleton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Congleton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Kidsgrove station.
Book your Chester to Congleton train tickets online with Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Congleton is 45.4 km. The road distance is 56 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Congleton via Crewe and Kidsgrove in around 1h 49m.