What is the cheapest way to get from Islay to Chirk?

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Chirk is to ferry and bus and train via Shrewsbury which costs £85 - £190 and takes 16h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Islay to Chirk?

The fastest way to get from Islay to Chirk is to fly and train which takes 5h 46m and costs £200 - £400.

How far is it from Islay to Chirk?

The distance between Islay and Chirk is 362 miles.

How do I travel from Islay to Chirk without a car?

The best way to get from Islay to Chirk without a car is to ferry and bus and train which takes 11h 56m and costs £110 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Islay to Chirk?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Islay to Chirk, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Chirk?

There are 630+ hotels available in Chirk.

Islay to Chirk - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and Steam train

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There are 5 ways to get from Islay to Chirk by plane, train, ferry, or bus

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ILY - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chirktrain
5h 46m
£205–398
Ferry, bus, train via Shrewsbury
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 181 / ...
4. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
16h 21m
£86–190
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Anniesland Crossbus 926
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
11h 56m
£114–228
Ferry, bus, train #2
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
3. Take the train from Motherwell to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
13h 17m
£105–234
Ferry, bus, Steam train
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
3. Take the bus from Glasgow to Carlislebus
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain
16h 47m

Islay to Chirk by ferry, bus, and train

46Weekly Services

11h 56mAverage Duration

£114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 360.4 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Islay, Scotland and Chirk, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Islay to Chirk. However, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (BHX), walk to Birmingham International Airport, take the vehicle to Birmingham Intl Rail Station, walk to Birmingham International, then take the train to Chirk. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Chirk via Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, Anniesland Cross, Anniesland, Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 11h 56m.

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