What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Congleton?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Congleton is to line 1 bus and bus and line 38 bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Congleton?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Congleton is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Congleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere Port to Congleton station. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Crewe Arms Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere Port and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Ellesmere Port to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port and arriving at Congleton via Hooton, Chester, Crewe and Kidsgrove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Congleton?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Congleton is 46 miles. The road distance is 35.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Congleton without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Congleton without a car is to train and line 38 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £17 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Congleton?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Ellesmere Port to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Congleton bus from?

Ellesmere Port to Congleton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Congleton train from?

Ellesmere Port to Congleton train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Hooton station.

Train or bus from Ellesmere Port to Congleton?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Congleton is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and line 38 bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Congleton bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Congleton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Congleton train arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Congleton train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Congleton is 35 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Ellesmere Port to Congleton.

How do I get a train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Congleton?

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Ellesmere Port to Congleton - 6 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ellesmere Port to Congleton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 38 bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Crewetrain Wrexham General - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to West Streetbus 38
2h 19m
£17–29
Line 1 bus, bus, line 38 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Chester Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Bus Stationbus 84
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 38 / ...
3h 41m
£7–10
Train
1. Take the train from Hooton to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Kidsgrovetrain
2h 31m
£17–37
Drive 34.9 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Congletoncar 34.9 mi
51 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Congletontaxi 34.9 mi
51 min
£150–190
Line 1 bus, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Railway Stationbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Bus Stationbus 38
2h 37m
£12–18

Ellesmere Port to Congleton by train and bus

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Distance: 45.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Congleton, England?

You can take a train from Ellesmere Port to Congleton via Hooton, Chester, Crewe, and Kidsgrove in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Bus Station via Railway Station, Chester, Crewe, and Crewe Arms Hotel in around 2h 37m.

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