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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Chirk is to fly and train which costs £55 - £230 and takes 10h 23m.

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 6h 20m and costs £170 - £420.

How far is it from Islay to Chirk?

The distance between Islay and Chirk is 338 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 via Warrington which takes 11h 42m and costs £110 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Islay to Chirk, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Chirk?

There are 596+ hotels available in Chirk.

Islay to Chirk - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Islay to Chirk by plane, train, ferry, or bus

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

Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane ILY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
6h 20m
£171–418
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ILY - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chirktrain
10h 23m
£55–230
Ferry, bus, train via Warrington
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 Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
11h 42m
£116–300
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 Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
3. Take the train from Motherwell to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
13h 15m
£64–212

Islay to Chirk by ferry, bus, and train

26Weekly Services

11h 42mAverage Duration

£116Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 336.5 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

There is no direct connection from Islay to Chirk. However, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), walk to Terminal Building, take the line 500 bus to Waterloo Lane, walk to Glasgow Central, take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Chester, 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, Buchanan Bus Station, Pavillion Theatre, Central Station, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 11h 42m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.