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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Shifnal is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Shifnal is to drive which takes 4h and costs £55 - £85.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Shifnal?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Shifnal is 245 miles. The road distance is 229.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Shifnal without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Castle Douglas to Shifnal, including transfers.

Train or bus from Castle Douglas to Shifnal?

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Shifnal is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 44m.

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Shifnal?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Shifnal is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Castle Douglas to Shifnal.

Where can I stay near Shifnal?

There are 935+ hotels available in Shifnal.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Castle Douglas to Shifnal 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 Dumfries to CarlisleDumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to WolverhamptonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
6h 30m
£37–147
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Loreburne Centre501
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Abington Service AreaX74
3. Take the bus from Abington Bus Stop to Manchester Airport
4. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Wolverhampton Bus Station422
11h 44m
Drive 228.3 mi
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Shifnal228.3 mi
4h
£58–83
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ShrewsburyManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 9m
£63–142

Castle Douglas to Shifnal by bus and train

88Weekly Services

6h 30mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.4 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Castle Douglas, Scotland and Shifnal, England?

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Shifnal via Dumfries station, Dumfries, Carlisle, and Wolverhampton in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Shifnal via Loreburne Centre, Whitesands, Abington Bus Stop, Manchester Airport The Station, Wolverhampton Bus Station, and Wolverhampton in around 11h 44m.

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