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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Swimming Pool and arriving at Kingsgate Centre via Dumfries station, Stance 4 and Queensferry Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Castle Douglas and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Dunfermline is 121 miles. The road distance is 104 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline without a car is to bus and line 381 bus and train which takes 4h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline, including transfers.

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

Castle Douglas to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Stance 4 station.

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

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

Train or bus from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline is to bus which takes 6h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Castle Douglas to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Lothian Road station.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Dunfermline train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Dunfermline is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline.

Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2746+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

Castle Douglas to Dunfermline - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Castle Douglas to Dunfermline by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 381 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Crown Innbus 381
3. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
4. Take the train from Haymarket to Dunfermline Towntrain
4h 41m
Drive 103.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Dunfermlinecar 103.4 mi
2h 4m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 4 to Lothian Roadbus 101A / ...
6h 3m
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 47m
£55–97
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Loreburne Centre Stance 1bus 501
2. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
6h 35m

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Stance 4 to Lothian Road 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Dunfermline Town via Dumfries station, Dumfries, Carlisle, and Haymarket in around 4h 47m.

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