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

The cheapest way to get from Peebles to Chester is to bus and train via Carlisle which costs £26 - £110 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peebles to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Peebles and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Peebles to Chester. However, there are services departing from Eastgate Post Office and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Edinburgh, Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Peebles to Chester?

The distance between Peebles and Chester is 259 miles. The road distance is 209.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peebles to Chester without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 57m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Peebles to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peebles to Chester bus from?

Peebles to Chester bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Peebles to Chester bus arrive?

Peebles to Chester bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Peebles to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Peebles to Chester is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Peebles to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 961+ hotels available in Chester.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Peebles 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 Scout Hall to Surgeons' HallX62
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank QuayEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 57m
£36–133
Bus, train via Carlisle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston HotelX95
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
6h 45m
£26–106
Drive 208 mi
1. Drive from Peebles to Chester208 mi
3h 43m
£53–76
Bus, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Eastgate Post Office to Edinburgh, Bus Station
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
7h 14m
£81–199
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
9h 19m
£49–91
Bus, Steam train
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston HotelX95
2. Take the train from Carlisle to ChesterThe Dalesman West
9h 24m
Bus, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Eastgate Post Office to Edinburgh, Bus Station
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
7h 55m
£74–189

Peebles to Chester by bus, foot, and train

47Weekly Services

5h 57mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 257.7 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Eastgate Post Office to Chester Bus Interchange via Edinburgh, Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 9h 19m.

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