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 Birmingham which costs £55 - £160 and takes 15h 12m.

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 28m and costs £55 - £240.

How far is it from Islay to Chirk?

The distance between Islay and Chirk is 363 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 49m and costs £50 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Islay to Chirk, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Chirk?

There are 595+ 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, train
best
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ILY - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chirk
6h 28m
£59–238
Ferry, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
11h 49m
£52–222
Ferry, bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chirk
15h 12m
£59–151
Ferry, bus, train #2
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
3. Take the train from Motherwell to Liverpool Lime Street
13h 13m
£65–212

Islay to Chirk by ferry, bus, and train

24Weekly Services

11h 49mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 360.5 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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, 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, Central Station Forecourt, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 11h 49m.

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