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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to York is to train and bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 5m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Castle Douglas and York?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Douglas to York. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at York via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to York?

The distance between Castle Douglas and York is 193 miles. The road distance is 167.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to York without a car is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 4h 41m and costs £60 - £140.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Castle Douglas to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to York is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Castle Douglas to York.

Where can I stay near York?

There are 1953+ hotels available in York.

Castle Douglas to York - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Castle Douglas to York by train, bus, or car

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Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4h 41m
£62–131
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
7h 5m
£28–48
Drive 166.1 mi
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Yorkcar 166.1 mi
2h 58m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 21m
£59–96

Castle Douglas to York by bus and train

106Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.4 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to York via Dumfries station, Dumfries, Carlisle, and Newcastle in around 4h 41m.

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