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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Manchester and Falkirk Wheel is 249 miles. The road distance is 220.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £35 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Manchester to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £35 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 6h 43m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £180 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Manchester to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Manchester to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Falkirk Wheel is 221 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 2377+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Manchester to Falkirk Wheel - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Manchester Piccadilly to HaymarketManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 40m
£35–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
6h 43m
£15–40
Drive 219.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel219.5 mi
3h 57m
£54–78
Fly Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
5h 25m
£71–179
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station181
6h 53m
£28–50
Fly Manchester Airport to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)MAN - GLA
6h 1m
£62–140
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 32m
£65–246
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
6h 13m
£55–232

Manchester to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, and foot

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 247.6 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Falkirk Wheel, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £26–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 5h.

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