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

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Castle Douglas is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Castle Douglas is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Castle Douglas?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanark to Castle Douglas. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at Royal Bank via Bus Station and Stance 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Lanark to Castle Douglas?

The distance between Lanark and Castle Douglas is 111 miles. The road distance is 69.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lanark to Castle Douglas without a car is to train and line 381 bus and bus which takes 3h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Lanark to Castle Douglas, including transfers.

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

Lanark to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by JMB Travel, depart from Wellgate station.

Where does the Lanark to Castle Douglas bus arrive?

Lanark to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by JMB Travel, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lanark to Castle Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Castle Douglas is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Lanark to Castle Douglas.

Where can I stay near Castle Douglas?

There are 445+ hotels available in Castle Douglas.

Lanark to Castle Douglas - 4 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 381 bus, bus
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Lockerbietrain
2. Take the bus from Hall to Stance 4bus 381
3. Take the bus from Stance 5 to Royal Bankbus 500
3h 54m
Drive 68.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lanark to Castle Douglascar 68.7 mi
1h 22m
£17–25
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Bus Stationbus 41 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stance 2bus X74
3h 56m
£22–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from John Street to Stance 1bus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Stance 5 to Royal Bankbus 500 / ...
4h 14m

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Distance: 110.2 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Wellgate to Royal Bank via Bus Station, Stance 2, and Stance 5 in around 3h 56m.

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