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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Congleton is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Congleton is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Congleton?

The distance between Carlisle and Congleton is 147 miles. The road distance is 142.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Congleton without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Carlisle to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Congleton train from?

Carlisle to Congleton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Congleton?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Congleton is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Carlisle to Congleton train arrive?

Carlisle to Congleton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Congleton is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Carlisle to Congleton.

Where can I stay near Congleton?

There are 1334+ hotels available in Congleton.

Carlisle to Congleton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 103 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CongletonManchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent / ...
3h 14m
£32–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
4h 37m
£27–57
Drive 141.9 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Congleton141.9 mi
2h 24m
£36–52
Train, line 103 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Tesco Store103
3h 21m

Carlisle to Congleton by train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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