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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ochiltree Terrace Terminus via North Approach Road and St Andrew`s Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Camelon via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Dunfermline and Falkirk Wheel is 42 miles. The road distance is 19.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £13 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £13 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus and line 28 bus and line 8 bus, which costs and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel is 19 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 839+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 28 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to HaymarketCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to CamelonEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
1h 49m
£14–23
Drive 19.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel19.3 mi
31 min
£5–7
Bus, line 28 bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Melville Street28
3. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Ochiltree Terrace Terminus8 / ...
2h 23m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel19.3 mi
31 min
£40–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Melville Street28
2h 30m
£6–9

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk Wheel.

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Falkirk Wheel via Haymarket and Camelon in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Falkirk Wheel via North Approach Road, Melville Street, St Andrew`s Church, and Ochiltree Terrace Terminus in around 2h 23m.

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