London to Castle Douglas train

Tue 25 Aug
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Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
CrossCountry
2,000+ travel companies
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
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CrossCountry
2,000+ travel companies
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Compare train and flight for London to Castle Douglas

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Castle Douglas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £52.

Distance: 458 km

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£92

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£66

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4h 52m

Average total duration

4h 22m

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London to Castle Douglas train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Castle Douglas trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Avanti West Coast10:40 London
5h06
15:46 Castle Douglas0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Castle Douglas

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Trains from London to Castle Douglas run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 458 km distance in 4h 16m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £18
Distance
458 km
Average train duration
4h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£52
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
4h 16m
First train
4:57
Last train
23:08
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £18

FAQs: London to Castle Douglas train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Castle Douglas by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Castle Douglas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London to Castle Douglas can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £92.
The train journey from London to Castle Douglas covers a distance of 458 km and takes approximately 4h 16m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from London to Castle Douglas is 458 km.
The first train from London to Castle Douglas leaves at 4:57.
The last train from London to Castle Douglas departs at 23:08.
Trains from London to Castle Douglas run approximately 6 times per day.
To get from London to Castle Douglas, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
There is no night train service from London to Castle Douglas.
The train station in London that goes to Castle Douglas is London Euston (EUS), and it arrives at Dumfries station (DMF).
The cheapest way to get from London to Castle Douglas is by flight, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from London to Castle Douglas in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Castle Douglas offers a scenic experience, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District and the rolling hills of southern Scotland, providing passengers with stunning views of the countryside.
Spending two to three days in Castle Douglas allows visitors to explore its charming town centre, enjoy local eateries, and visit nearby attractions like Threave Garden and Estate.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from London to Castle Douglas.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Castle Douglas

Most London to Castle Douglas trains use the London Euston to Dumfries station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Castle Douglas train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Castle Douglas
London EustonEuston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2RT, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Euston from London city centre

BusN5 · 10m · £2 · every ~3 min
N279, 29, N29 · 16m · £2 · every ~34 min
91, N91 · 21m · £10 · every ~28 min
SubwayNorthern · 7m · £2 · every ~86 min

London Euston train station facilities and services

London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.

London Kings CrossEuston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre

Bus73, N73 · 27m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 29m · £2 · every ~27 min
91, N91 · 29m · £13 · every ~28 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 7m · £2 · every ~91 min

London Kings Cross train station facilities and services

London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.

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