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The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe to Congleton
Showing times and prices for 21 Apr
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
17 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Congleton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crewe to Congleton will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Crewe for Congleton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
15:330h36Crewe16:09Congleton£51One-way0 changes- 14:330h36Crewe15:09Congleton£51One-way0 changes
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Live departures
Crewe to Congleton train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Congleton trains for today, Monday 20 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5:50 Crewe | 0h49 | 6:39 Congleton | 1 change | |
 | 6:10 Crewe | 1h03 | 7:13 Congleton | 1 change | |
| 6:33 Crewe | 0h36 | 7:09 Congleton | 1 change | |
| 7:08 Crewe | 1h16 | 8:24 Congleton | 1 change | |
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West Midlands Trains as well as East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country and more offer trains services from Crewe to Congleton.
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Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Crewe to Congleton.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Crewe to Congleton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Crewe to Congleton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe to Congleton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Crewe to Congleton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 36m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 22:32 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast from Crewe to Congleton trainsWest Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Crewe and Congleton from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
36m
Cheapest Price
£5
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
£10
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
£15
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£64
Avanti West Coast frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
£18
east_midlands_trains frequency
2 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
58m
Cheapest Price
£38
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Crewe to Congleton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe to Congleton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Congleton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Crewe to Congleton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Crewe to Congleton covers a distance of 17 km and takes approximately 36m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Crewe to Congleton is 17 km.
The first train from Crewe to Congleton leaves at 5:50.
The last train from Crewe to Congleton departs at 22:32.
Trains from Crewe to Congleton run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Crewe to Congleton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Crewe to Congleton.
To get from Crewe to Congleton, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Crewe to Congleton.
The train station in Crewe that goes to Congleton is Crewe station (CRE), and it arrives at Congleton station (CNG).
The cheapest way to get from Crewe to Congleton is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Crewe to Congleton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Crewe to Congleton offers some scenic views of the Cheshire countryside, with stretches of lush greenery and picturesque landscapes visible along the route.
Yes, a day trip from Crewe to Congleton is feasible with a travel time of 36m and a distance of 17 km. Trains run 3 times per day, making it convenient for a day trip.
A visit to Congleton can be comfortably enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore its local attractions, parks, and dining options.
Yes, you can take the train from Crewe to Congleton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Crewe and Congleton
Crewe
Congleton
The major train station for departures in Crewe is Crewe. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Crewe for your trip from Crewe to Congleton.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Weston Road (Car Park 2)
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 5 and 6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 5 and Platform 6
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Crewe
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the side of the station on the left as you exit. Northern Rail buses pick up / drop off at the temporary bus station, just beyond Platform 12. The bus station in question is accessible via a bridge at platform level.
The major train station for arrivals in Congleton is Congleton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Congleton for your journey to Congleton from Crewe.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 13:40 Saturday 07:30 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - separate level access from station front to Manchester platform and ticket office and from path to Stoke platform. A stepped footbridge links both platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Congleton
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop at the top of the station approach road.
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