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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Congleton is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Congleton is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Congleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Congleton station. However, there are services departing from Mechanics Institute and arriving at Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Hollington Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Congleton via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Burnley to Congleton?

The distance between Burnley and Congleton is 54 miles. The road distance is 50.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Congleton without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £15 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Burnley to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Congleton bus from?

Burnley to Congleton bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Mechanics Institute station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Congleton train from?

Burnley to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Congleton?

The best way to get from Burnley to Congleton is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £15 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Burnley to Congleton bus arrive?

Burnley to Congleton bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Burnley to Congleton train arrive?

Burnley to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Congleton is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Burnley to Congleton.

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

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Where can I stay near Congleton?

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Burnley to Congleton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 483 bus, and tram

There are 6 ways to get from Burnley to Congleton by train, bus, tram, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Manchester VictoriaBlackburn - Wigan Wallgate / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CongletonManchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent / ...
2h 21m
£16–36
Drive 50.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Congleton50.6 mi
1h 17m
£13–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CongletonManchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent / ...
2h 51m
Line 483 bus, tram, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bury Interchange483
2. Take the tram from Bury to Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Congleton
3h 19m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burnley to Congleton50.6 mi
1h 17m
£100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk076 / ...
4h 38m

Burnley to Congleton by train and tram

46Weekly Services

2h 21mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.7 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Congleton via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechanics Institute to Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, and Hollington Drive in around 4h 38m.

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