What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Kirkcudbright?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Kirkcudbright is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Kirkcudbright?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Kirkcudbright is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

How far is it from Chester to Kirkcudbright?

The distance between Chester and Kirkcudbright is 199 miles. The road distance is 199.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Kirkcudbright without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Kirkcudbright without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chester to Kirkcudbright?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Chester to Kirkcudbright, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chester to Kirkcudbright?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Kirkcudbright is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Chester to Kirkcudbright.

Where can I stay near Kirkcudbright?

There are 397+ hotels available in Kirkcudbright.

Chester to Kirkcudbright - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Kirkcudbright by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Fisher Closebus 555
6h 10m
Drive 198.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Kirkcudbrightcar 198.3 mi
3h 35m
£49–71
Train, bus, drive
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Penrith North Lakestrain
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
3. Drive from Workington to Kirkcudbrightcar
6h 44m
£67–112
Steam train, train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Fisher Closebus 555
8h 55m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chester to Kirkcudbright.

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Distance: 198.1 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Kirkcudbright, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Chester to Kirkcudbright. However, you can take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Dumfries, walk to Dumfries station, then take the bus to Fisher Close. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chester to Kirkcudbright via Warrington Bank Quay, Penrith North Lakes, Penrith Rail Station, and Workington in around 6h 44m.

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