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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Greenock and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Greenock West and arriving at Camelon via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Greenock to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Greenock and Falkirk Wheel is 51 miles. The road distance is 46.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenock to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Greenock to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Greenock to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Greenock to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £24 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Greenock to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greenock to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greenock to Falkirk Wheel?

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

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 768+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutX37 / ...
2h 30m
Drive 45.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greenock to Falkirk Wheel45.9 mi
58 min
£12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Greenock West to Glasgow CentralGourock - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to CamelonGlasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston / ...
2h 36m
£19–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenock to Falkirk Wheel45.9 mi
58 min
£95–120

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 51 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Stance 1 to Falkirk Wheel via Buchanan Bus Station and Three Bridges roundabout in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Greenock West to Falkirk Wheel via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Camelon in around 2h 36m.

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