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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Congleton takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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.

4h 57m
Duration
247 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh to Congleton train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Congleton. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Congleton at 6:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited10h 8m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 13m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh 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.

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  • Distance: 246.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Congleton, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 38m.

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