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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Castle Douglas is to train which costs £24 - £65 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Castle Douglas is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Manchester to Castle Douglas?

The distance between Manchester and Castle Douglas is 179 miles. The road distance is 168.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Castle Douglas without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £24 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Manchester to Castle Douglas, including transfers.

Can I drive from Manchester to Castle Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Castle Douglas is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Manchester to Castle Douglas.

Where can I stay near Castle Douglas?

There are 147+ hotels available in Castle Douglas.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 9m
£24–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 37m
£32–107
Drive 167.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Castle Douglascar 167.9 mi
3h 2m
£41–60

Manchester to Castle Douglas by train and bus

99Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lockerbie hourly. Tickets cost £24–65 and the journey takes 2h 13m.

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