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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Alnwick is to train and bus which costs £26 - £55 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Alnwick is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Alnwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Douglas to Alnwick. However, there are services departing from Swimming Pool and arriving at Retail Park via Dumfries station, Whitesands and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Alnwick?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Alnwick is 151 miles. The road distance is 121.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Alnwick without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Castle Douglas to Alnwick, including transfers.

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

Castle Douglas to Alnwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Whitesands station.

Train or bus from Castle Douglas to Alnwick?

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Alnwick is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Alnwick bus arrive?

Castle Douglas to Alnwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Alnwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Alnwick is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Castle Douglas to Alnwick.

Where can I stay near Alnwick?

There are 1936+ hotels available in Alnwick.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Alnmouthtrain
4h 42m
£30–61
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
7h 44m
£26–51
Drive 121.1 mi
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Alnwickcar 121.1 mi
2h 27m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Retail Parkbus 591
5h 38m
£26–51

Castle Douglas to Alnwick by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 44mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castle Douglas to Alnwick.

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Distance: 150.4 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Alnwick via Dumfries station, Dumfries, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Alnmouth in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Retail Park via Dumfries station, Whitesands, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 44m.

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