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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Swimming Pool and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Dumfries station, Stance 2 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Castle Douglas and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Aberdeen via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Aberdeen is 280 miles. The road distance is 206.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen, including transfers.

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

Castle Douglas to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Stance 2 station.

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

Castle Douglas to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen is to train which takes 7h and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Castle Douglas to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Aberdeen train arrive?

Castle Douglas to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Aberdeen is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Castle Douglas to Aberdeen.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 679+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
7h
£89–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
7h 47m
£45–65
Drive 205.4 mi
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Aberdeencar 205.4 mi
3h 52m
£51–73
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
7h 9m
£94–182
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Stance 4 to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
9h 36m

Castle Douglas to Aberdeen by bus and train

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Distance: 277.9 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Castle Douglas, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Aberdeen via Dumfries station, Dumfries, Carlisle, and Haymarket in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Union Square Bus Station via Dumfries station, Stance 5, Stance 2, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 47m.

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