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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 11h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel is to train and fly which takes 5h 6m and costs £60 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Camelon via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Cardiff and Falkirk Wheel is 407 miles. The road distance is 378.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 5m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD station.

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

Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 5m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 11h 48m.

Where does the Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel is 378 miles. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 758+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Camelon
8h 5m
£81–170
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUkn30 / ...
12h 55m
£24–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
11h 48m
£27–40
Drive 376.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel376.2 mi
7h 16m
£94–136
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Camelon
5h 6m
£62–169
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk GrahamstonEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
9h 4m
£90–560
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Camelon
5h 46m
£54–145
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Camelon
5h 16m
£87–237
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 59m
£75–222
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
6h 38m
£66–203
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Camelon
6h 58m
£67–229

Cardiff to Falkirk Wheel by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

11h 48mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 404.6 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Falkirk Wheel, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Falkirk Wheel via Crewe, Haymarket, and Camelon in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £27–40 and the journey takes 10h 5m.

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