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Congleton to Edinburgh train route details
First train
07:09
Last train
17:09
Journey time
4h 24m
Distance
198 miles
Price
TRY 1,692.53*
How to book cheap train tickets from Congleton to Edinburgh
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Congleton and Edinburgh on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers
Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid travelling during busy weekday periods
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