The average train between Wigan and Congleton takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan 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 Wigan and Congleton. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Congleton at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wigan 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 Wigan to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Congleton station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.
Wigan to Congleton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Congleton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Kidsgrove station.
Book your Wigan to Congleton train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wigan and Congleton is 50.8 km. The road distance is 80 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Congleton via Crewe and Kidsgrove in around 2h.