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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Castle Douglas is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Castle Douglas is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Castle Douglas?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Castle Douglas. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Dumfries via Leyland and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Castle Douglas?

The distance between Liverpool and Castle Douglas is 178 miles. The road distance is 173.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Castle Douglas without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Liverpool to Castle Douglas, including transfers.

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

Liverpool to Castle Douglas train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Where does the Liverpool to Castle Douglas train arrive?

Liverpool to Castle Douglas train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leyland station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Castle Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Castle Douglas is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Liverpool to Castle Douglas.

Where can I stay near Castle Douglas?

There are 447+ hotels available in Castle Douglas.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
4. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Royal Bankbus 500
5h 16m
Drive 172.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Liverpool to Castle Douglascar 172.2 mi
3h 5m
£43–62
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Leylandtrain
2. Take the train from Leyland to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
8h 50m

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Royal Bank via Leyland, Carlisle, Dumfries, and Dumfries station in around 8h 50m.

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