The average train between Peterborough and Congleton takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Peterborough 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 Peterborough and Congleton. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Congleton at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Congleton station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Peterborough to Congleton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Congleton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.
Book your Peterborough to Congleton train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Peterborough and Congleton is 147.3 km. The road distance is 211 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to Congleton via Nuneaton and Stoke-on-Trent in around 3h 33m.