What is the cheapest way to get from Balloch to Castle Douglas?

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Castle Douglas is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balloch to Castle Douglas?

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Castle Douglas is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Castle Douglas?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Castle Douglas. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Royal Bank via Buchanan Bus Station and Stance 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Balloch to Castle Douglas?

The distance between Balloch and Castle Douglas is 120 miles. The road distance is 100.4 miles.

How do I travel from Balloch to Castle Douglas without a car?

The best way to get from Balloch to Castle Douglas without a car is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs £28 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Balloch to Castle Douglas?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Balloch to Castle Douglas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Castle Douglas bus from?

Balloch to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Lower Stoneymollan Road station.

Where does the Balloch to Castle Douglas bus arrive?

Balloch to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Castle Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Castle Douglas is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Balloch to Castle Douglas.

Where can I stay near Castle Douglas?

There are 551+ hotels available in Castle Douglas.

Balloch to Castle Douglas - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Balloch to Castle Douglas by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Stance 2bus X74
4h 11m
£29–43
Drive 99.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balloch to Castle Douglascar 99.8 mi
1h 57m
£25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Swimming Poolbus 500 / ...
4h 56m

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Distance: 118.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Castle Douglas, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Royal Bank via Buchanan Bus Station, Stance 2, and Stance 5 in around 4h 11m.

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