How to get from Castle Douglas to Hamilton by bus?

From Castle Douglas to Hamilton by bus

To get from Castle Douglas to Hamilton in Scotland, take the 501 bus from Swimming Pool, Castle Douglas station to Buccleuch Street, Dumfries station. Next, take the X74 bus from Buccleuch Street, Dumfries station to Bus Station, Hamilton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 min. The bus schedule from Castle Douglas may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Hamilton on the Moovit app.

172min
Bus - 501501
Bus - X74X74
Walk to Hamilton
Leaves from Swimming Pool, Castle Douglas

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Castle Douglas
  • 2
    Bus - 501501
    Wait for bus
    501
    Dumfries
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buccleuch Street, Dumfries
    ID 680000549111
    52 min
  • 4
    Bus - X74X74
    Wait for bus
    X74
    Glasgow
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Hamilton
    ID 61501398
    105 min
  • 6
    Walk to Hamilton
    Walk to
    Hamilton
    130 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Castle Douglas to Hamilton

The distance between Castle Douglas, Scotland and Hamilton, Scotland is approximately 149.06 km, which can typically be travelled in 172 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Castle Douglas to Hamilton by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Castle Douglas to Hamilton

To check the bus schedule from Castle Douglas to Hamilton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Castle Douglas) and destination (Hamilton), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Hamilton?

    The fastest way takes 172 minutes, using Bus line 501, Bus line X74.

  • Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Hamilton in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Castle Douglas to Hamilton in Scotland?

    The 501 bus line goes from Dumfries station near Castle Douglas to Buccleuch Street, Dumfries station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Buccleuch Street, Dumfries station near Hamilton in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Castle Douglas to Hamilton in Scotland by bus?

    The total travel time between Castle Douglas and Hamilton in Scotland by bus is about 2 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Castle Douglas to get to Hamilton in Scotland?

    Get on the 501 bus from the Dumfries stop near Castle Douglas in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Castle Douglas and Hamilton in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Buccleuch Street, Dumfries stop, which is closest to Hamilton in Scotland.

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