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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Congleton is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Congleton is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Congleton?

The distance between Wakefield and Congleton is 67 miles. The road distance is 59 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Congleton without a car is to train and line 38 bus which takes 2h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Wakefield to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Congleton train from?

Wakefield to Congleton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Congleton?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Congleton is to bus which takes 4h 13m and costs £11 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £45 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Wakefield to Congleton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Congleton is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Wakefield to Congleton.

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

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Where can I stay near Congleton?

There are 1348+ hotels available in Congleton.

Wakefield to Congleton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Congleton by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 38 bus
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 38
2h 23m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 171 / ...
4h 13m
£11–36
Drive 58.6 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Congletoncar 58.6 mi
1h 34m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Congletontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent
2h 25m
£15–41

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wakefield to Congleton.

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Distance: 66.5 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester Piccadilly, Macclesfield, and Bus Station in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 25m.

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