How to get from Stretford to Congleton by bus and train?

From Stretford to Congleton by bus and train

To get from Stretford to Congleton in North West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 23 bus from Stretford Mall station to Stockport Interchange station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the 42 bus from Thatch Close station to Bus Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Stretford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Congleton on the Moovit app.

142min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2323
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 4242
Walk to Congleton
Leaves from Stretford Mall

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stretford Mall
    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Stockport Interchange
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stockport Interchange
    51 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Stockport
    420 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Crewe
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Holmes Chapel
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thatch Close
    180 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Congleton, Fairground Bus Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station
    23 min
  • 10
    Walk to Congleton
    Walk to
    Congleton
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Stretford to Congleton by bus and train via 23, CROSSCOUNTRY and 38

To get from Stretford to Congleton in North West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 23 bus from Stretford Mall station to Stockport Interchange station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CROSSCOUNTRY train and finally take the 38 bus from Bus Station station to Bus Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Stretford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Congleton on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2323
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 3838
Walk to Congleton
Leaves from Stretford Mall

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stretford Mall
    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Stockport Interchange
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stockport Interchange
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Stockport
    420 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Bournemouth
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Macclesfield
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station
    270 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Crewe Bus Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station
    27 min
  • 10
    Walk to Congleton
    Walk to
    Congleton
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Stretford to Congleton

The distance between Stretford, North West and Congleton, North West is approximately 50.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 142 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Stretford to Congleton by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Stretford to Congleton

To check the bus and train schedule from Stretford to Congleton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Stretford) and destination (Congleton), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Stretford to Congleton by bus and train via 23, CROSSCOUNTRY and 38

To get from Stretford to Congleton in North West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 23 bus from Stretford Mall station to Stockport Interchange station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CROSSCOUNTRY train and finally take the 38 bus from Bus Station station to Bus Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Stretford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Congleton on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2323
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 3838
Walk to Congleton
Leaves from Stretford Mall

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stretford Mall
    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Stockport Interchange
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stockport Interchange
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Stockport
    420 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Bournemouth
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Macclesfield
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station
    270 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Crewe Bus Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station
    27 min
  • 10
    Walk to Congleton
    Walk to
    Congleton
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Stretford to Congleton?

    The fastest way takes 142 minutes, using Bus line 23, Train line NORTHERN, Bus line 42.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Stretford to Congleton?

    The alternative route takes 129 minutes, using Bus line 23, Train line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line 38.

  • Is there a direct bus between Stretford and Congleton in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Stretford to Congleton in North West?

    The 23 bus line goes from Stretford Mall station near Stretford to Stockport Interchange station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Stockport Interchange station near Congleton in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Stretford to Congleton in North West by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Stretford and Congleton in North West by bus and train is about 2 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Stretford to get to Congleton in North West?

    Get on the 23 bus from the Stretford Mall stop near Stretford in North West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Stretford and Congleton in North West?

    Get off the bus at the Stockport Interchange stop, which is closest to Congleton in North West.

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