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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 53m.

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 53m 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 Union Street and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Police Station and Town Centre stances. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

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 4h 8m.

How far is it from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Inverness and Falkirk Wheel is 164 miles. The road distance is 147.5 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 which takes 3h 30m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m 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 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 which takes 3h 30m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Inverness to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Inverness to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at 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 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 2235+ 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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Falkirk GrahamstonInverness - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 30m
£60–120
Train via Stirling
cheapest
1. Take the train from Inverness to StirlingInverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 8m
£28–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Police StationE8
4h 28m
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Falkirk Wheel146.6 mi
2h 53m
£37–53

Inverness to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, and foot

23Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.3 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Inverness to Falkirk Grahamston twice daily. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Union Street to Police Station hourly, and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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