What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Congleton?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Congleton is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Congleton?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Congleton is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Congleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Congleton station. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Bolton to Congleton?

The distance between Bolton and Congleton is 39 miles. The road distance is 38.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton to Congleton without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Congleton without a car is to train and line 38 bus which takes 1h 43m and costs £11 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Congleton?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Bolton to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Congleton bus from?

Bolton to Congleton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Shiffnall Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Congleton train from?

Bolton to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Congleton?

The best way to get from Bolton to Congleton is to line 37 bus and line 38 bus which takes 2h 43m and costs £9 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £23 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Bolton to Congleton bus arrive?

Bolton to Congleton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Bolton to Congleton train arrive?

Bolton to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Congleton is 38 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Bolton to Congleton.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Congleton?

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Where can I stay near Congleton?

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Bolton to Congleton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, and line 37 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bolton to Congleton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 38 bus
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 38
1h 43m
£11–22
Line 37 bus, line 38 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 38
2h 43m
£10–17
Drive 38.1 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Congletoncar 38.1 mi
48 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Congletontaxi 38.1 mi
48 min
£160–200
Train
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Congletontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent
1h 44m
£11–23

Bolton to Congleton by train and bus

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Distance: 38.5 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Congleton, England?

You can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Bus Station via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Piccadilly, Macclesfield, and Bus Station in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bolton to Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 44m.

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