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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Congleton is to bus which costs £12 - £28 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Congleton is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Congleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Congleton station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Bus Station via Newhall St, Bus Station and Hollington Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Congleton?

The distance between Cardiff and Congleton is 154 miles. The road distance is 158.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Congleton without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £45 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Cardiff to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Congleton bus from?

Cardiff to Congleton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Congleton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Congleton is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £45 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £28 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Cardiff to Congleton bus arrive?

Cardiff to Congleton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Congleton is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cardiff to Congleton.

Where can I stay near Congleton?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Congleton.

Cardiff to Congleton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 94 bus

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

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 Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 3m
£45–61
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk076 / ...
7h 22m
£13–28
Drive 157.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Congleton157.7 mi
2h 50m
£40–57
Train, bus, line 94 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stafford
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Station101
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station94
5h 28m

Cardiff to Congleton by train and bus

108Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.1 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Congleton, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station via Newhall St, Bus Station, and Hollington Drive in around 7h 22m.

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