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Outbound fromLeeds to Congleton by train
It takes an average of 3h 25m to travel from Leeds to Congleton by train, over a distance of around 51 miles (83 km). There are normally 37 trains per day travelling from Leeds to Congleton and tickets for this journey start from £17.80 when you book in advance.
Travelling from Leeds to Congleton by train
Looking to travel from Leeds to Congleton by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 25 minutes to travel from Leeds to Congleton by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 3 minutes though. You'll usually find 37 trains per day running along the 51 miles (83 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Congleton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to get to Congleton – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Leeds to Congleton in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £17.80.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Congleton
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Leeds to Congleton is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.