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 £6 - £10 and takes 42 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 42 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanark to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at Asda via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

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 Grahamston via Motherwell and Greenfaulds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Lanark to Falkirk?

The distance between Lanark and Falkirk is 37 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 2h 28m and costs £12 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m 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 2h 28m and costs £12 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 8m.

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 Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Lanark to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Falkirk is 29 miles. It takes approximately 42 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?

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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 Motherwelltrain
2. Take the train from Motherwell to Greenfauldstrain
3. Take the train from Greenfaulds to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
2h 28m
£13–30
Drive 28.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lanark to Falkirkcar 28.4 mi
42 min
£7–10
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Hamilton Roadbus 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Motherwell to Greenfauldstrain
3. Take the train from Greenfaulds to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
2h 50m
£11–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lanark to Falkirktaxi 28.4 mi
42 min
£60–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 240X
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Asdabus X37
3h 8m

Lanark to Falkirk by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 37 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Lanark to Falkirk Grahamston via Motherwell and Greenfaulds in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellgate to Asda via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 8m.

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