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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton station to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Central and arriving at Camelon via Cumbernauld. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Hamilton and Falkirk Wheel is 25 miles. The road distance is 25.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £12 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

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

Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Hamilton Central station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £12 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cumbernauld station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel is 25 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 851+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hamilton Central to Cumbernauldtrain Dalmuir - Cumbernauld / ...
2. Take the train from Cumbernauld to Camelontrain Glasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston
1h 57m
£12–23
Drive 25 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheelcar 25 mi
33 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutbus X37 / ...
1h 58m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheeltaxi 25 mi
33 min
£55–65
Bus via Burnside Lane
1. Take the bus from Burnside Lane to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutbus X37 / ...
2h 1m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hamilton to Falkirk Wheel.

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Distance: 24.4 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Hamilton Central to Falkirk Wheel via Cumbernauld and Camelon in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Falkirk Wheel via Buchanan Bus Station and Three Bridges roundabout in around 1h 58m.

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