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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Castle Douglas is to bus via Glasgow which costs £28 - £45 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Castle Douglas is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Castle Douglas?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Castle Douglas. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at Royal Bank via Overgate, Buchanan Bus Station and Whitesands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Forfar to Castle Douglas?

The distance between Forfar and Castle Douglas is 178 miles. The road distance is 155.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Castle Douglas without a car is to bus and train and line 381 bus which takes 6h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Forfar to Castle Douglas, including transfers.

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

Forfar to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Where does the Forfar to Castle Douglas bus arrive?

Forfar to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Castle Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Castle Douglas is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Forfar to Castle Douglas.

Where can I stay near Castle Douglas?

There are 528+ hotels available in Castle Douglas.

Forfar to Castle Douglas - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 381 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Forfar to Castle Douglas 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 381 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus
2. Take the train from Dundee to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain
4. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Whitesandsbus 381
5. Take the bus from Whitesands to Royal Bankbus 500
6h 7m
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Whitesandsbus X74
6h 18m
£28–40
Drive 154.5 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Castle Douglascar 154.5 mi
2h 58m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Forfar to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Whitesandsbus 101A / ...
7h 26m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Mill O Mains to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Whitesandsbus 101A / ...
7h 34m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Forfar to Castle Douglas.

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Distance: 177.2 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Council Offices to Royal Bank via Bus Station, Overgate, Buchanan Bus Station, and Whitesands in around 6h 18m.

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