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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee is to bus via Glasgow which costs £18 - £29 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Dundee?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Douglas to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Swimming Pool and arriving at Overgate via Dumfries station, Whitesands and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Dundee?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Dundee is 163 miles. The road distance is 142.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Castle Douglas to Dundee?

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £18 - £29 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Dundee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Dundee is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Castle Douglas to Dundee.

Where can I stay near Dundee?

There are 852+ hotels available in Dundee.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
5h 1m
£33–116
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 48m
£18–29
Drive 141.5 mi
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Dundeecar 141.5 mi
2h 46m
£35–51
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain
5h 39m
£47–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Loreburne Centrebus 501
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Princes Streetbus 101
3. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus
6h 58m

Castle Douglas to Dundee by bus and train

102Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castle Douglas to Dundee.

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Distance: 161.9 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Dundee via Dumfries station, Sydney Place, Lockerbie, and Haymarket in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Overgate via Dumfries station, Whitesands, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 48m.

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