503
Dumfries ↔ Castle Douglas Bus Times
07:55
164 minCarlingwark Street 08:5410:15
304 minCarlingwark Street 11:1514:25
554 minCarlingwark Street 15:2917:10
719 minCarlingwark Street 18:10SATURDAY · 5 services07:55 — 17:10
The 503 bus runs between Dumfries and Castle Douglas, operated by McCall's Coaches Ltd. This route has 25 stops. Looking like 12°C and clear for the next bus at 07:55. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Number 503 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Fares & Tickets
Single
£1.90
Return
£1.90
Return
£3.45
Passes through:
DumfriesJanefieldCargenbridgeLochfootMiltonCrocketfordSpringholmKirkpatrick DurhamOld Bridge of UrrClarebrandCastle Douglas
Where does the 503 bus stop?
The 503 serves 25 stops passing through Dumfries, Janefield, Cargenbridge, Lochfoot, Milton, Crocketford, Springholm, Kirkpatrick Durham, Old Bridge of Urr, Clarebrand and Castle Douglas. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 503 run on weekends?
Yes, the 503 runs on Saturdays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 503?
Most McCall's Coaches Ltd services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with McCall's Coaches Ltd for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 503 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 503. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact McCall's Coaches Ltd to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: MCCL
Valid from 14 Jan 2026 to 13 Jan 2027
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 25 bus stops across 11 areas.