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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Swimming Pool and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Dumfries station, Whitesands and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Kilmarnock is 77 miles. The road distance is 61.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock 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 Kilmarnock?

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

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

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

Where does the Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 518+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Dumfries stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 36m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
4h 24m
£15–22
Drive 61.5 mi
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Kilmarnockcar 61.5 mi
1h 17m
£16–22

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castle Douglas to Kilmarnock.

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Distance: 76.3 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Dumfries station, Whitesands, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 24m.

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