What is the cheapest way to get from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel?

The cheapest way to get from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel?

The fastest way to get from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Arbroath and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Arbroath station to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Slessor Gardens and Town Centre stances. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Arbroath and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Arbroath and arriving at Camelon via Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Arbroath and Falkirk Wheel is 81 miles. The road distance is 72.5 miles.

How do I travel from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel without a car?

The best way to get from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £25 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel bus from?

Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel train from?

Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arbroath station.

Train or bus from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £25 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stirling station.

Can I drive from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 766+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Arbroath to StirlingAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2h 17m
£25–87
Drive 72.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arbroath to Falkirk Wheel72.1 mi
1h 34m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX7
2. Take the bus from Slessor Gardens to Town Centre StancesE3
3. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to Three Bridges roundaboutX37
3h 47m
Line 72 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Keptie Motors to Nethergate72 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Town Centre StancesM8
4h 23m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 80.6 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Arbroath, Scotland and Falkirk Wheel, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Arbroath to Stirling hourly. Tickets cost £19–45 and the journey takes 1h 15m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Falkirk Wheel via Bus Station, Slessor Gardens, Town Centre stances, and Three Bridges roundabout in around 3h 47m.

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