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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk Wheel and Greenock?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Three Bridges roundabout and arriving at West Stewart Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk Wheel and Greenock?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Camelon and arriving at Greenock West via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock?

The distance between Falkirk Wheel and Greenock is 47 miles. The road distance is 46.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £19 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock, including transfers.

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

Falkirk Wheel to Greenock bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Three Bridges roundabout station.

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

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

Train or bus from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock?

The best way to get from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £19 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Falkirk Wheel to Greenock bus arrive?

Falkirk Wheel to Greenock bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk Wheel to Greenock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk Wheel to Greenock is 46 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock.

Where can I stay near Greenock?

There are 861+ hotels available in Greenock.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Camelon to Glasgow Queen StreetFalkirk Grahamston - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Greenock WestGlasgow Central - Gourock
2h 11m
£20–23
Drive 45.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock45.9 mi
58 min
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Three Bridges roundabout to Buchanan Bus StationX37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
2h 30m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock45.9 mi
58 min
£95–120

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 47.1 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a vehicle from Falkirk Wheel to Greenock West via Camelon, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Falkirk Wheel to West Stewart Street via Three Bridges roundabout and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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