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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Chester is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Chester. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Chester via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Chester?

The distance between Dumfries and Chester is 168 miles. The road distance is 173.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Dumfries to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Chester train arrive?

Dumfries to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Chester is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Dumfries to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1109+ hotels available in Chester.

Dumfries to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 28m
£61–108
Drive 172.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Chestercar 172.1 mi
3h 1m
£43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
3. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
5h 50m
£50–102
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain The Dalesman West
6h 11m

Dumfries to Chester by train

106Weekly Trains

3h 28mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Chester via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 28m.

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