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

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Falkirk is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Falkirk is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Grahamston Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Greenock and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Greenock West and arriving at Falkirk High via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Greenock to Falkirk?

The distance between Greenock and Falkirk is 45 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenock to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £20 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Greenock to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Falkirk bus from?

Greenock to Falkirk bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Greenock to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Greenock to Falkirk is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £20 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Greenock to Falkirk bus arrive?

Greenock to Falkirk bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Greenock to Falkirk train arrive?

Greenock to Falkirk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Greenock to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Falkirk is 48 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Greenock to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 819+ hotels available in Falkirk.

Greenock to Falkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Greenock West to Glasgow CentralGourock - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Falkirk HighGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
1h 19m
£20–26
Drive 48.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greenock to Falkirk48.1 mi
56 min
£12–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Cathedral Street906 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Falkirk GrahamstonGlasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston / ...
2h 19m
£16–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenock to Falkirk48.1 mi
56 min
£100–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
2h 37m

Greenock to Falkirk by train and foot

254Weekly Services

1h 19mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

You can take a train from Greenock West to Falkirk High via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stance 1 to Grahamston Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 37m.

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