What is the cheapest way to get from Accrington to Congleton?

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Congleton is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Accrington to Congleton?

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Congleton is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Accrington to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Congleton via Preston and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Accrington to Congleton?

The distance between Accrington and Congleton is 52 miles. The road distance is 48 miles.

How do I travel from Accrington to Congleton without a car?

The best way to get from Accrington to Congleton without a car is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Accrington to Congleton?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Accrington to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Congleton train from?

Accrington to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Accrington station.

Train or bus from Accrington to Congleton?

The best way to get from Accrington to Congleton is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 3h.

Where does the Accrington to Congleton train arrive?

Accrington to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Accrington to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Congleton is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Accrington to Congleton.

How do I get a train ticket from Accrington to Congleton?

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Where can I stay near Congleton?

There are 1382+ hotels available in Congleton.

Accrington to Congleton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Accrington to Congleton by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill Interchangebus X41
2h 55m
Drive 47.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Accrington to Congletoncar 47.7 mi
1h 14m
£12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Accrington to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Congletontrain
3h
£17–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Accrington to Congletontaxi 47.7 mi
1h 14m
£100–120
Bus, line 130 bus
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill Interchangebus X41
2. Take the bus from Wythenshawe Interchange to Bus Stationbus 130
5h 7m

Accrington to Congleton by train

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Distance: 51.6 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Congleton, England?

The Blackburn Bus Company operates a bus from Infant Street to Shudehill Interchange hourly, and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Accrington to Congleton via Preston and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h.

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