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

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Lanark and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Lanark and arriving at Camelon via Motherwell and Greenfaulds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Lanark and Falkirk Wheel is 52 miles. The road distance is 29.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to bus which takes 2h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which takes 2h 39m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Lanark to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lanark to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Lanark to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Falkirk Wheel is 29 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 783+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Station240X
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutX37 / ...
2h 39m
Drive 29.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel29.2 mi
46 min
£8–11
Train
1. Take the train from Lanark to Motherwell
2. Take the train from Motherwell to Greenfaulds
3. Take the train from Greenfaulds to Camelon
3h 10m
£15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel29.2 mi
46 min
£60–75

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Distance: 52 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Wellgate to Falkirk Wheel via Buchanan Bus Station and Three Bridges roundabout in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lanark to Falkirk Wheel via Motherwell, Greenfaulds, and Camelon in around 3h 10m.

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