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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Congleton is to bus and line 38 bus which costs £15 - £29 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Congleton is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Congleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Congleton station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Night Std and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Congleton?

The distance between Lancaster and Congleton is 86 miles. The road distance is 76.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Congleton without a car is to train and line 38 bus which takes 2h 17m and costs £27 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Lancaster to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Congleton bus from?

Lancaster to Congleton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Congleton train from?

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

Train or bus from Lancaster to Congleton?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Congleton is to bus and line 38 bus which takes 2h 48m and costs £15 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Lancaster to Congleton bus arrive?

Lancaster to Congleton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Lancaster to Congleton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lancaster to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Congleton is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Lancaster to Congleton.

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

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Where can I stay near Congleton?

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Lancaster to Congleton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 38 bus
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Bus Stationbus 38
2h 17m
£28–41
Bus, line 38 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 38
2h 48m
£16–28
Drive 76.2 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Congletoncar 76.2 mi
1h 24m
£19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Congletontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent
2h 30m
£23–47
Train, line 130 bus
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Airporttrain Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Bus Stationbus 130
4h 41m
£24–43

Lancaster to Congleton by train and bus

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Distance: 85.1 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Congleton, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station Night Std to Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester Piccadilly, Macclesfield, and Bus Station in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lancaster to Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 30m.

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