The average train between Congleton and Clitheroe takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Congleton to Clitheroe. 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 Congleton and Clitheroe. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Congleton is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Clitheroe at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Congleton to Clitheroe? 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 Congleton to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Congleton station and arriving at Clitheroe station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Congleton to Clitheroe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Congleton station.
Congleton to Clitheroe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Clitheroe station.
Book your Congleton to Clitheroe train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Congleton and Clitheroe is 79.2 km. The road distance is 98 km.
You can take a train from Congleton to Clitheroe via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton in around 2h 56m.