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How to get fromNewton Stewart to Chesterby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Newton Stewart to Chester by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Centre to Dumfries stationbus bus 500
    2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
    3. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
    5h 59m

  2. Drive 215.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Newton Stewart to Chestercar car 215.8 mi
    3h 50m
    £53–77

  3. Bus, train, Steam train

    1. Take the bus from Centre to Dumfries stationbus bus 500
    2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
    3. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain train
    8h 41m

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  • Distance: 218.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Newton Stewart, Scotland and Chester, England?

There is no direct connection from Newton Stewart to Chester. However, you can take the bus to Dumfries station, walk to Dumfries, take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, then take the train to Chester. Alternatively, you can drive from Newton Stewart to Chester in around 3h 50m.

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