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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Wigtown is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Wigtown is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £80.

How far is it from Chester to Wigtown?

The distance between Chester and Wigtown is 226 miles. The road distance is 222.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Wigtown without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Chester to Wigtown, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chester to Wigtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Wigtown is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Chester to Wigtown.

Where can I stay near Wigtown?

There are 352+ hotels available in Wigtown.

Chester to Wigtown - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Wigtown 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 Smokehousesbus 500
6h 34m
Drive 221.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Wigtowncar 221.6 mi
3h 57m
£55–79
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 Wigtowncar
7h 5m
£73–122
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 Dashwood Squarebus 500
10h 35m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chester to Wigtown.

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Distance: 224.7 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

There is no direct connection from Chester to Wigtown. However, you can take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Dumfries, walk to Dumfries station, take the bus to Smokehouses, then take the taxi to Wigtown. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chester to Wigtown via Warrington Bank Quay, Penrith North Lakes, Penrith Rail Station, and Workington in around 7h 5m.

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