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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Cumnock is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Cumnock is to drive which takes 1h and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Cumnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Douglas to Cumnock. However, there are services departing from Swimming Pool and arriving at Hall Terrace via Dumfries station, Whitesands and Castle Primary school. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Cumnock?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Cumnock is 65 miles. The road distance is 49.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Cumnock without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Castle Douglas to Cumnock, including transfers.

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

Castle Douglas to Cumnock bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Swimming Pool station.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Cumnock bus arrive?

Castle Douglas to Cumnock bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Dumfries station.

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Cumnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Cumnock is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Castle Douglas to Cumnock.

Where can I stay near Cumnock?

There are 308+ hotels available in Cumnock.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Dumfries station500 / ...
2. Take the train from Dumfries to AuchinleckCarlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 36m
Drive 48.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Cumnock48.9 mi
1h
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Dumfries station500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Castle Primary school246
4h 20m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castle Douglas to Cumnock48.9 mi
1h
£100–130

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Distance: 64.3 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Hall Terrace via Dumfries station, Whitesands, and Castle Primary school in around 4h 20m.

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