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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Congleton is to bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Congleton is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Congleton via Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Congleton?

The distance between Glasgow and Congleton is 256 miles. The road distance is 237.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Congleton without a car is to train and line 38 bus which takes 4h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Glasgow to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Congleton train from?

Glasgow to Congleton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Congleton?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Congleton is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 4h 50m, you could also bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Glasgow to Congleton train arrive?

Glasgow to Congleton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Congleton is 237 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Glasgow to Congleton.

Where can I stay near Congleton?

There are 1242+ hotels available in Congleton.

Glasgow to Congleton - 9 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Glasgow 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, line 38 bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to West Street38
4h 27m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030 / ...
6h 37m
£19–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CongletonManchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent / ...
6h 28m
£34–56
Drive 235.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Congleton235.9 mi
3h 55m
£59–85
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
5h 22m
£76–153
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancaster
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Congleton
4h 50m
£38–97
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewe
6h 17m
£80–213
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Stoke-on-Trent
5h 25m
£48–139
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Stoke-on-Trent
6h 10m
£48–141

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254.3 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Congleton, England?

easyJet, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Central to Congleton via Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 50m.

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