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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Congleton
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Congleton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Congleton will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Congleton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 37 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Congleton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Congleton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 328 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£37 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Congleton train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Congleton trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 Glasgow | 4h25 | 11:25 Congleton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 19 November | |||||
| 03:52 Glasgow | 4h33 | 08:25 Congleton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:48 Glasgow | 4h37 | 09:25 Congleton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Congleton
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Trains from Glasgow to Congleton run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 328 km distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 06:27 |
Last train 19:09 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Congleton trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Congleton from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Congleton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Congleton
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Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 13:40 Saturday 07:30 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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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