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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Camelon via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Balloch and Falkirk Wheel is 43 miles. The road distance is 36.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to bus which takes 2h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Balloch to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Lower Stoneymollan Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which takes 2h 18m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £19 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Balloch to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Balloch to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Balloch to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Balloch to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Falkirk Wheel is 36 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 855+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Balloch to Falkirk Wheel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutbus X37 / ...
2h 18m
Drive 36.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balloch to Falkirk Wheelcar 36.3 mi
52 min
£9–13
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutbus X37 / ...
2h 26m
Train
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Camelontrain Glasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston / ...
2h 37m
£18–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balloch to Falkirk Wheeltaxi 36.3 mi
52 min
£75–95

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel.

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Distance: 42.6 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Falkirk Wheel, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Falkirk Wheel via Buchanan Bus Station and Three Bridges roundabout in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Balloch to Falkirk Wheel via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Queen Street, and Camelon in around 2h 37m.

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