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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Leith to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from St Andrew's House and arriving at Ochiltree Terrace Terminus via St Andrew`s Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Camelon. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Leith to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Leith and Falkirk Wheel is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £10 - £11.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Camelon takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Leith to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew's House station.

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

Leith to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Leith to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Leith to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £10 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Leith to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Leith to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at St Andrew`s Church station.

Where does the Leith to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Leith to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Camelon station.

Can I drive from Leith to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Falkirk Wheel is 29 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Leith to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 769+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CamelonEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
1h 6m
£10–11
Drive 28.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leith to Falkirk Wheel28.5 mi
45 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew's House to St Andrew`s ChurchX38
2h 19m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Falkirk Wheel28.5 mi
45 min
£85–110
Train, line 8 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk GrahamstonEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
2. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Ochiltree Terrace Terminus8 / ...
1h 13m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 28 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Camelon hourly. Tickets cost £10–11 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, Midland Bluebird operates a bus from St Andrew's House to St Andrew`s Church every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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