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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Prestwick is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Douglas to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Royal Bank and arriving at Kyle Street via Port Rodie and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Prestwick?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Prestwick is 89 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Prestwick without a car is to bus and train and line 4 bus which takes 3h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Castle Douglas to Prestwick, including transfers.

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

Castle Douglas to Prestwick bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Royal Bank station.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Prestwick bus arrive?

Castle Douglas to Prestwick bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Port Rodie station.

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Prestwick is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Castle Douglas to Prestwick.

Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 489+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Castle Douglas to Prestwick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 4 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Castle Douglas to Prestwick by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train, line 4 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Kilmarnocktrain
3. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus 4
3h 19m
Drive 52.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Prestwickcar 52.4 mi
1h 6m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Bank to Port Rodiebus 500
2. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Stationbus 923
4h 44m
Bus via Newton Stewart
1. Take the bus from Royal Bank to Dashwood Squarebus 500
2. Take the bus from Dashwood Square to Girvan Stationbus 359
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
4h 44m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castle Douglas to Prestwick.

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Distance: 88.5 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Royal Bank to Kyle Street via Port Rodie and Ayr Bus Station in around 4h 44m.

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