The average train between Lincoln and Congleton takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Lincoln 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 Lincoln and Congleton. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Congleton at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Congleton station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Lincoln to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lincoln Central station.
Lincoln to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stockport station.
Book your Lincoln to Congleton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Lincoln and Congleton is 111.8 km. The road distance is 169 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Congleton via Sheffield and Stockport in around 3h 35m.