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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Chester is to bus and train which costs £24 - £75 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Chester. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Chester via Edinburgh Waverley and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Chester?

The distance between Galashiels and Chester is 197 miles. The road distance is 199.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Chester without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 51m and costs £24 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Galashiels to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Chester train from?

Galashiels to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.

Where does the Galashiels to Chester train arrive?

Galashiels to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Chester is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Galashiels to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Galashiels to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1001+ hotels available in Chester.

Galashiels to Chester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Galashiels to Chester by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 51m
£25–75
Train
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 28m
£44–142
Drive 198.1 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Chestercar 198.1 mi
3h 38m
£48–70
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
7h 20m
£81–187
Bus, train via Preston
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
3. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
7h 5m
£38–71
Bus, Steam train
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain The Dalesman West
7h 37m
Train, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
7h 1m
£82–205

Galashiels to Chester by bus and train

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4h 51mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 195.4 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Chester via Edinburgh Waverley and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 28m.

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