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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee is to bus via Glasgow which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Dundee?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Douglas to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Swimming Pool and arriving at Overgate via Dumfries station, Stance 2 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Castle Douglas and Dundee?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Douglas to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Dundee via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Dundee?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Dundee is 184 miles. The road distance is 142.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 35m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Castle Douglas to Dundee?

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 35m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Dundee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castle Douglas to Dundee train arrive?

Castle Douglas to Dundee train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Dundee is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Castle Douglas to Dundee.

Where can I stay near Dundee?

There are 891+ hotels available in Dundee.

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
5h 35m
£64–127
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
6h 23m
£31–44
Drive 141.5 mi
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Dundeecar 141.5 mi
2h 46m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain
5h 36m
£68–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 4 to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
7h 7m

Castle Douglas to Dundee by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 182.8 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Dundee via Dumfries station, Dumfries, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Overgate via Dumfries station, Stance 5, Stance 2, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 23m.

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