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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Quay Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Camelon via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Helensburgh and Falkirk Wheel is 47 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Quay Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £16 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Gallery of Modern Art station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 850+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Helensburgh 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutbus X37
2h 31m
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheelcar 42 mi
1h 10m
£11–15
Train
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Camelontrain Glasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston / ...
2h 31m
£16–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheeltaxi 42 mi
1h 10m
£85–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Gallery of Modern Artbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutbus X37
3h 49m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Helensburgh to Falkirk Wheel.

Launch map view

Distance: 46.5 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Falkirk Wheel via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Queen Street, and Camelon in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Falkirk Wheel via Quay Street, Gallery of Modern Art, Buchanan Bus Station, and Three Bridges roundabout in around 3h 49m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.