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It takes an average of 3h 23m to travel from Birmingham to Congleton by train, over a distance of around 48 miles (77 km). There are normally 35 trains per day travelling from Birmingham to Congleton and tickets for this journey start from £15.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:47 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham | |
| Arrival station | Congleton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 8m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (77 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £15.10 | |
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How to travel from Birmingham to Congleton by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Birmingham to Congleton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 35 trains per day running between Birmingham and Congleton, which usually take 3 hours 23 minutes to complete the 48 miles (77 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 8 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Congleton by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Avanti West Coast and CrossCountry trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Birmingham to Congleton start from £15.10 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Congleton? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Birmingham to Congleton?
Want to know more about your journey from Birmingham to Congleton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Congleton?
The price of train tickets from Birmingham to Congleton starts at £15.10 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.