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

The cheapest way to get from Shipley to Congleton is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shipley to Congleton is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Shipley and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Shipley to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Shipley and arriving at Congleton via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Shipley to Congleton?

The distance between Shipley and Congleton is 80 miles. The road distance is 64.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shipley to Congleton without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £20 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Shipley to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shipley to Congleton train from?

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

Where does the Shipley to Congleton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shipley to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Shipley to Congleton is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Shipley to Congleton.

Where can I stay near Congleton?

There are 1333+ hotels available in Congleton.

Shipley to Congleton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 633 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Shipley to Congleton by train, bus, car, or tram

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 Leeds to Manchester PiccadillyLeeds - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CongletonManchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent / ...
3h 4m
£20–64
Drive 64.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shipley to Congleton64.3 mi
1h 22m
£16–24
Line 633 bus, bus, train, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Carr Lane Park Rd to Bradford Interchange Bus Station633
2. Take the bus from Nelson Street N2 to Manchester Central Coach Station171 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfield
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station38
3h 53m
Line 612 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carr Lane Hall Ln to Bradford Interchange Bus Station633 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Manchester VictoriaLeeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
3h 29m
Line 60 bus, bus, tram, line 130 bus, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Thackley Old Road to Leeds Bus Station Entrance60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the tram from Shudehill to Wythenshawe Town Centre
4. Take the bus from Wythenshawe Interchange to Bus Station130
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station38
6h 6m

Shipley to Congleton by train

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3h 4mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Shipley, Bradford, England and Congleton, England?

You can take a train from Shipley to Congleton via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 4m.

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