First train | 19:25 | |
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Last train | 21:32 | |
Departure station | Congleton | |
Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
Journey time | From 3h 42m | |
Distance | 163 miles (262 km) | |
Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
Changes | 3 changes | |
Train operators | Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Southern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Thinking about taking the train from Congleton to Gatwick Airport? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 20 minutes to travel the 163 miles (262 km) from Congleton to Gatwick Airport by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Gatwick Airport. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Congleton to Gatwick Airport in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Gatwick Airport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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