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

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Johnstone and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Laighcartside Street and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Johnstone and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Johnstone and arriving at Camelon via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Johnstone and Falkirk Wheel is 35 miles. The road distance is 34.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £15 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Laighcartside Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £15 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Bath Street station.

Where does the Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel is 35 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 830+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel - 5 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Johnstone to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to CamelonGlasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston / ...
2h 16m
£16–20
Drive 34.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel34.6 mi
45 min
£9–13
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Laighcartside Street to Bath Street38
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutX37 / ...
2h 56m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel34.6 mi
45 min
£70–90
Line 38 bus, bus via St Margarets Nursery School
1. Take the bus from St Margarets Nursery School to Bath Street38
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutX37 / ...
2h 59m

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Distance: 34.4 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Johnstone to Falkirk Wheel via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Camelon in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Laighcartside Street to Falkirk Wheel via Bath Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Three Bridges roundabout in around 2h 56m.

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