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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Manchester is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Manchester. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Manchester?

The distance between Falkirk and Manchester is 245 miles. The road distance is 219.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £45 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Falkirk to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Manchester bus from?

Falkirk to Manchester bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Manchester train from?

Falkirk to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Haymarket station.

Train, bus or fly from Falkirk to Manchester?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £45 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 16m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £160 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Falkirk to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Falkirk to Manchester train arrive?

Falkirk to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Manchester is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Falkirk to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Falkirk to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Falkirk to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Falkirk to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford RoadEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 33m
£50–181
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus StationX37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030 / ...
7h 16m
Drive 218.1 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Manchester218.1 mi
3h 51m
£54–78
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
4h 56m
£76–158
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to PrestonInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Preston to DeansgateBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 48m
£71–105
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
4h 43m
£68–151
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly
5h 37m
£69–167
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly
5h 49m
£60–155

Falkirk to Manchester by train

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Distance: 243.6 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Falkirk, Scotland and Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–120 and the journey takes 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 16m.

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