What is the cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Ellon?

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Ellon is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 8h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Falkirk to Ellon?

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Ellon is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Ellon?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Ellon. However, there are services departing from Weir Street and arriving at Market Street via Haymarket and Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Ellon?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Ellon. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Inverurie via Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Ellon?

The distance between Falkirk and Ellon is 171 miles. The road distance is 136.1 miles.

How do I travel from Falkirk to Ellon without a car?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Ellon without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Falkirk to Ellon?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Falkirk to Ellon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Ellon bus from?

Falkirk to Ellon bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Weir Street station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Ellon train from?

Falkirk to Ellon train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Ellon?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Ellon is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Falkirk to Ellon bus arrive?

Falkirk to Ellon bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Haymarket Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Ellon train arrive?

Falkirk to Ellon train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverurie station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Ellon?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Ellon is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Falkirk to Ellon.

Where can I stay near Ellon?

There are 556+ hotels available in Ellon.

Falkirk to Ellon - 5 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Falkirk to Ellon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Inverurietrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness
5h 34m
£59–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Haymarket Stationbus X38
2. Take the bus from Haymarket to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
8h 28m
£26–40
Line 38 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Bus Stationbus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverurietrain
4. Take the bus from Town Hall to Market Streetbus 49
6h 28m
Drive 135.4 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Elloncar 135.4 mi
2h 37m
£33–48
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Stirling to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
5h 52m
£61–121

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Falkirk, Scotland and Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Stirling to Inverurie 6 times a week. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weir Street to Market Street via Haymarket Station, Haymarket, Aberdeen Union Street, Aberdeen, Inverurie, and Town Hall in around 8h 28m.

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