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

The cheapest way to get from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas is to bus via Glasgow which costs £40 - £65 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Stonehaven and Castle Douglas?

No, there is no direct bus from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas. However, there are services departing from Stonehaven Barclay Street and arriving at Royal Bank via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Buchanan Bus Station and Stance 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Stonehaven and Castle Douglas?

No, there is no direct train from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas. However, there are services departing from Stonehaven and arriving at Lockerbie via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas?

The distance between Stonehaven and Castle Douglas is 218 miles. The road distance is 192.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas, including transfers.

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

Stonehaven to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Stonehaven Barclay Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas?

The best way to get from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Stonehaven to Castle Douglas bus arrive?

Stonehaven to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee Slessor Gardens station.

Where does the Stonehaven to Castle Douglas train arrive?

Stonehaven to Castle Douglas train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Stonehaven to Castle Douglas is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas.

Where can I stay near Castle Douglas?

There are 447+ hotels available in Castle Douglas.

Stonehaven to Castle Douglas - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Stonehaven to Castle Douglas by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stonehaven to Haymarkettrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
6h 34m
£65–129
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stonehaven Barclay Street to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Stance 2bus X74
8h 14m
£41–61
Drive 191.2 mi
1. Drive from Stonehaven to Castle Douglascar 191.2 mi
3h 34m
£48–68
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Stonehaven to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 9m
£87–169
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Stance 1bus 101A / ...
9h 29m

Stonehaven to Castle Douglas by train and bus

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Distance: 216.3 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a train from Stonehaven to Royal Bank via Haymarket, Lockerbie, Hall, and Stance 5 in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stonehaven Barclay Street to Royal Bank via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Buchanan Bus Stn, Buchanan Bus Station, Stance 2, and Stance 5 in around 8h 14m.

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