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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Chester is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 8h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Chester is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Chester?

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

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Chester?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Chester is 260 miles. The road distance is 231.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Chester without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Kilmarnock to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Chester bus from?

Kilmarnock to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Chester?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Chester is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Chester bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Chester train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Chester is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Kilmarnock to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Kilmarnock to Chester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow CentralKilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
5h 5m
£35–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool One
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
8h 57m
£27–66
Drive 229.8 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Chester229.8 mi
4h 9m
£56–81
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Chester
6h 18m
£72–154
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to ChesterThe Dalesman West
7h 16m
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
6h 46m
£69–158
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
5h 35m
£50–170
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
6h 28m
£55–179

Kilmarnock to Chester by train

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Distance: 258.9 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Chester via Glasgow Central and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 8h 57m.

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