The average train between Manchester and Falkirk takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Falkirk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Manchester and Falkirk. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Falkirk at 12:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Falkirk station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.
Manchester to Falkirk train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Manchester to Falkirk train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Manchester to Falkirk train tickets online with TransPennine Express and ScotRail.
The distance between Manchester and Falkirk is 297.4 km. The road distance is 392 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 8m.