The average train between York and Congleton takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from York 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 York and Congleton. The earliest departure is at 2:35 AM at night, and the last departure from York is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Congleton at 11:24 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from York to Congleton. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Congleton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
York to Congleton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.
York to Congleton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Congleton station.
Book your York to Congleton train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between York and Congleton is 115.6 km. The road distance is 148 km.
You can take a train from York to Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 7m.