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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Castle Douglas is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Castle Douglas is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Castle Douglas?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Castle Douglas. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Lockerbie via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Bolton to Castle Douglas?

The distance between Bolton and Castle Douglas is 168 miles. The road distance is 156 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Castle Douglas without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Bolton to Castle Douglas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Castle Douglas train from?

Bolton to Castle Douglas train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Bolton station.

Where does the Bolton to Castle Douglas train arrive?

Bolton to Castle Douglas train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Lockerbie station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Castle Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Castle Douglas is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Bolton to Castle Douglas.

Where can I stay near Castle Douglas?

There are 449+ hotels available in Castle Douglas.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 50m
£45–80
Drive 155.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bolton to Castle Douglascar 155.1 mi
2h 50m
£39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bolton to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Swimming Poolbus 500
4h 15m

Bolton to Castle Douglas by train and bus

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3h 50mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.6 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Castle Douglas, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Bolton to Lockerbie every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 1h 58m.

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