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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Congleton is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Congleton is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Congleton via Crewe and Kidsgrove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Wigan to Congleton?

The distance between Wigan and Congleton is 49 miles. The road distance is 38.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Congleton without a car is to train and line 38 bus which takes 1h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Wigan to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Congleton train from?

Wigan to Congleton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Where does the Wigan to Congleton train arrive?

Wigan to Congleton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Congleton is 38 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Wigan to Congleton.

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

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Where can I stay near Congleton?

There are 1340+ hotels available in Congleton.

Wigan to Congleton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Wigan to Congleton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 38 bus
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to CreweWigan North Western - Rugby / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to West Street38
1h 50m
Train via Piccadilly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester VictoriaWigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CongletonManchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent
2h 20m
£9–30
Train
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to CreweWigan North Western - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to KidsgroveCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
1h 58m
£19–35
Drive 38 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Congleton38 mi
44 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Congleton38 mi
44 min
£80–100

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wigan to Congleton.

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Distance: 48.8 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Congleton via Crewe and Kidsgrove in around 1h 58m.

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