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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Dunblane Police Station and Town Centre stances. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Camelon via Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Inverness and Falkirk Wheel is 161 miles. The road distance is 145.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train via Stirling which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Inverness to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel is to train via Stirling which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Inverness to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Inverness to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dunblane Police Station.

Where does the Inverness to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Inverness to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stirling station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Falkirk Wheel is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 1630+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

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

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

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

Train via Stirling
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 47m
£41–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Dunblane Police Stationbus Ember
5h 21m
£22–33
Drive 145 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Falkirk Wheelcar 145 mi
2h 59m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Falkirk Grahamstontrain Inverness - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 55m
£40–75

Inverness to Falkirk Wheel by bus and foot

70Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.1 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Stirling every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to Dunblane Police Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 2h 49m.

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