| First train | 10:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:01 | |
| Departure station | Ipswich | |
| Arrival station | Congleton | |
| Journey time | From 5h 8m | |
| Distance | 160 miles (257 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
If you want to know more about the journey from Ipswich to Congleton by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Ipswich to Congleton by train is 7 hours 4 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours 8 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day travelling the 160 miles (257 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way to Congleton. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or Greater Anglia on your way to Congleton, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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