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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Congleton is to bus and line 130 bus which costs £12 - £14 and takes 5h 9m.

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 21m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Congleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley station to Congleton station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

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 20m.

How far is it from Burnley to Congleton?

The distance between Burnley and Congleton is 54 miles. The road distance is 51 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 20m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m 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 Bus 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 20m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 38 bus, which costs £12 - £21 and takes 2h 52m.

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 21m 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 38 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Burnley to Congleton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Manchester Victoriatrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Congletontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent
2h 20m
£18–35
Bus, line 38 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 38
2h 52m
£12–21
Drive 50.7 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Congletoncar 50.7 mi
1h 21m
£13–18
Bus, line 130 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Wythenshawe Interchange to Bus Stationbus 130
5h 9m
£12–14

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Distance: 53.7 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, Macclesfield, and Bus Station in around 2h 52m.

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