What is the cheapest way to get from Lanark to Falkirk?

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Falkirk is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lanark to Falkirk?

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Falkirk is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanark to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at Grahamston Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Lanark and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Lanark to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Lanark and arriving at Falkirk High via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Lanark to Falkirk?

The distance between Lanark and Falkirk is 51 miles. The road distance is 28.6 miles.

How do I travel from Lanark to Falkirk without a car?

The best way to get from Lanark to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £21 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Lanark to Falkirk?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Lanark to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Falkirk bus from?

Lanark to Falkirk bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, depart from Wellgate station.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Lanark to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Lanark to Falkirk is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £21 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Lanark to Falkirk bus arrive?

Lanark to Falkirk bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Lanark to Falkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lanark to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Falkirk is 29 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Lanark to Falkirk.

How do I get a train ticket from Lanark to Falkirk?

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 821+ hotels available in Falkirk.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow CentralLanark - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Falkirk HighGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
1h 35m
£21–26
Drive 28.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lanark to Falkirk28.4 mi
41 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Station240X
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
2h 46m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lanark to Falkirk28.4 mi
41 min
£60–75
Train via Falkirk Grahamston
1. Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow CentralLanark - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Falkirk GrahamstonGlasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston / ...
2h 25m
£21–22

Lanark to Falkirk by train and foot

219Weekly Services

1h 35mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.6 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Lanark, Scotland and Falkirk, Scotland?

You can take a train from Lanark to Falkirk High via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellgate to Grahamston Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 46m.

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