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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Congleton is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Congleton is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Congleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Congleton station. However, there are services departing from Station and arriving at Bus Station via Knebworth Park Estate, Bus Station and Hollington Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Congleton via Moorgate station, London Euston and Stoke-on-Trent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Congleton?

The distance between Chelmsford and Congleton is 191 miles. The road distance is 179.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Congleton without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £60 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Chelmsford to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Congleton bus from?

Chelmsford to Congleton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Congleton train from?

Chelmsford to Congleton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train, bus or fly from Chelmsford to Congleton?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Congleton is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £60 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 50m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £170 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Congleton bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Congleton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Knebworth Park Estate station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Congleton train arrive?

Chelmsford to Congleton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Congleton is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Chelmsford to Congleton.

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

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Where can I stay near Congleton?

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Chelmsford to Congleton - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Chelmsford to Congleton by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Chelmsford to London Liverpool StreetClacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Stoke-on-TrentLondon Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 48m
£64–204
Train via Hinckley
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to NuneatonStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to CreweLondon Euston - Stockport / ...
6h 45m
£31–197
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station to Knebworth Park EstateK03
2. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to Bus StationK09
6h 50m
£38–57
Drive 178.3 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Congleton178.3 mi
3h 39m
£45–64
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Cheadle Hulme to Congleton
5h 1m
£90–259
Train via Derby
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derby
3. Take the train from Derby to Crewe
6h 16m
£63–192
Fly London Stansted Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)STN - MAN
6h 22m
£62–166
Fly London Stansted Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)STN - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewe
7h
£64–179
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LCY - MAN
6h 36m
£210–422

Chelmsford to Congleton by train, foot, and subway

108Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 189.8 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Congleton via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station to Bus Station via Knebworth Park Estate, Bus Station, and Hollington Drive in around 6h 50m.

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