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 £25 - £45 and takes 5h 38m.

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 4h 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 5h 38m.

How far is it from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Manchester and Falkirk Wheel is 250 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 48m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m 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 48m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 38m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £180 and takes 5h 54m.

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 4h to drive from Manchester to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 2755+ 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 Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh
4h 48m
£88–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
5h 38m
£26–43
Drive 219.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Falkirk Wheelcar 219.5 mi
4h
£54–78
Fly Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
5h 54m
£63–175
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
6h 38m
£43–102
Fly Manchester Airport to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
6h 18m
£61–190
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 29m
£79–183
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
6h 8m
£73–183

Manchester to Falkirk Wheel by bus and foot

28Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 248.1 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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 £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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