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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Castle Douglas is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Castle Douglas is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Castle Douglas?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Castle Douglas. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Royal Bank via Port Rodie, Buchanan Bus Station and Whitesands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Castle Douglas?

The distance between Portpatrick and Castle Douglas is 167 miles. The road distance is 59 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Castle Douglas without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Portpatrick to Castle Douglas, including transfers.

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

Portpatrick to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where does the Portpatrick to Castle Douglas bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Castle Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Castle Douglas is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Portpatrick to Castle Douglas.

Where can I stay near Castle Douglas?

There are 497+ hotels available in Castle Douglas.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Castle Douglas by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Dumfries
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Royal Bank502
6h 53m
Drive 58.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Castle Douglas58.6 mi
1h 10m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to WhitesandsX74
3. Take the bus from Whitesands to Royal Bank501 / ...
8h 13m
Bus via New Cumnock
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayr923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Castle Primary school43 / ...
3. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Whitesands246
4. Take the bus from Whitesands to Royal Bank501 / ...
8h 27m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Royal Bank via Cross, Port Rodie, Buchanan Bus Station, and Whitesands in around 8h 13m.

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