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

The cheapest way to get from Rutherglen to Castle Douglas is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rutherglen to Castle Douglas is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Rutherglen and Castle Douglas?

No, there is no direct bus from Rutherglen to Castle Douglas. However, there are services departing from Castle Street and arriving at Royal Bank via Bus Station and Stance 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Rutherglen to Castle Douglas?

The distance between Rutherglen and Castle Douglas is 96 miles. The road distance is 83.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rutherglen to Castle Douglas without a car is to line 267 bus and bus which takes 3h 50m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Rutherglen to Castle Douglas, including transfers.

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

Rutherglen to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Castle Street station.

Where does the Rutherglen to Castle Douglas bus arrive?

Rutherglen to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Rutherglen to Castle Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Rutherglen to Castle Douglas is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Rutherglen to Castle Douglas.

Where can I stay near Castle Douglas?

There are 550+ hotels available in Castle Douglas.

Rutherglen to Castle Douglas - 3 ways to travel via train, line 267 bus

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

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Line 267 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Castle Street to Bus Stationbus 267
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stance 2bus X74
3h 50m
£24–31
Drive 83.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rutherglen to Castle Douglascar 83.3 mi
1h 41m
£21–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Swimming Poolbus 500 / ...
4h 8m

Rutherglen to Castle Douglas by bus

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.8 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Castle Street to Royal Bank via Bus Station, Stance 2, and Stance 5 in around 3h 50m.

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