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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Manchester is to train and bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Castle Douglas and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Douglas to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Manchester?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Manchester is 173 miles. The road distance is 170 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Castle Douglas to Manchester, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Castle Douglas to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Manchester is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Castle Douglas to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3622+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 35m
£54–100
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
6h 9m
£37–85
Drive 169 mi
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Manchestercar 169 mi
2h 58m
£42–61

Castle Douglas to Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 171.6 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Manchester Oxford Road via Dumfries station, Dumfries, and Carlisle in around 4h 35m.

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