The average train between Congleton and Edinburgh takes 5h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Congleton to Edinburgh. 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 every 4 hours between Congleton and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Congleton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 10:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Kidsgrove and take an average of 5h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Congleton to Edinburgh? 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 Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley station via Edinburgh Waverley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.
Congleton to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Congleton to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
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The distance between Congleton and Edinburgh is 316.5 km. The road distance is 376 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–130 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.