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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Chester is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Chester is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Chester. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Chester via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Chester?

The distance between Stranraer and Chester is 245 miles. The road distance is 241.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Chester without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Stranraer to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Chester train arrive?

Stranraer to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Chester is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Stranraer to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 963+ hotels available in Chester.

Stranraer to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Chester by bus, train, car ferry, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quay
6h 44m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
6h 46m
£50–169
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
13h 38m
£72–127
Drive 239.7 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Chester239.7 mi
4h 14m
£59–85

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Chester.

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Distance: 243.8 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Chester via Stena Terminal, Cairnryan, Belfast, Liverpool, and Birkenhead Hamilton Square in around 13h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Chester via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 6h 46m.

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