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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Portree is to train and bus which costs £50 - £70 and takes 11h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Portree is to drive which takes 5h 48m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Douglas to Portree. However, there are services departing from Swimming Pool and arriving at Somerled Square via Whitesands and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 18m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Portree?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Portree is 322 miles. The road distance is 291.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Portree without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 4m and costs £50 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 11h 4m to get from Castle Douglas to Portree, including transfers.

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

Castle Douglas to Portree bus services, operated by McCalls Coaches, depart from Swimming Pool station.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Portree bus arrive?

Castle Douglas to Portree bus services, operated by McCalls Coaches, arrive at Loreburne Centre station.

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Portree is 292 miles. It takes approximately 5h 48m to drive from Castle Douglas to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 390+ hotels available in Portree.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow CentralCarlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Somerled Square915
11h 4m
£54–69
Drive 289.9 mi
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Portree289.9 mi
5h 48m
£72–104
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Loreburne Centre501
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Buchanan Bus StationX74
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Somerled Square915
11h 18m

Castle Douglas to Portree by bus, train, and foot

14Weekly Services

11h 4mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 320.4 mi
Duration: 11h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Somerled Square via Loreburne Centre, Whitesands, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 11h 18m.

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