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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Congleton is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Congleton is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Congleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Congleton station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and Hollington Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Reading to Congleton?

The distance between Reading and Congleton is 173 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Congleton without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £24 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Reading to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Congleton bus from?

Reading to Congleton bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Train or bus from Reading to Congleton?

The best way to get from Reading to Congleton is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £24 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £80 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Reading to Congleton bus arrive?

Reading to Congleton bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from Reading to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Congleton is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Reading to Congleton.

Where can I stay near Congleton?

There are 288+ hotels available in Congleton.

Reading to Congleton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Reading 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 Reading to Macclesfieldtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 39m
£24–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk980 / ...
6h 45m
£58–78
Drive 148.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Congletoncar 148.9 mi
2h 59m
£37–53
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 30m
£81–234
Train, bus, line 94 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Staffordtrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 101
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 94
5h 5m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 16m
£92–190

Reading to Congleton by train and bus

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3h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Macclesfield hourly. Tickets cost £24–120 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and Hollington Drive in around 6h 45m.

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