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Sheffield to Congleton train prices and times

Planning a journey from Sheffield to Congleton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 157.44, with average prices for this route around QAR 157.44. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
15:43 1h 41m, 1 change Sheffield	17:24 Congleton	Find Tickets
16:43 1h 21m, 1 change Sheffield	18:04 Congleton	Find Tickets
17:41 1h 43m, 1 change Sheffield	19:24 Congleton	Find Tickets
18:42 1h 42m, 1 change Sheffield	20:24 Congleton	Find Tickets
19:43 1h 41m, 1 change Sheffield	21:24 Congleton	Find Tickets
20:42 1h 43m, 1 change Sheffield	22:25 Paris	Find Tickets

Sheffield to Congleton train route details

First train

06:19

Last train

23:28

Departure city

Sheffield

Arrival city

Congleton

Journey time

1h 21m

Distance

35 miles

Price

QAR 157.44*

Train Operators

Northern, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Congleton

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Sheffield to Congleton can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Sheffield to Congleton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Sheffield to Congleton ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Sheffield to Congleton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Sheffield to Congleton train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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