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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Smithhills Street and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Camelon via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Paisley and Falkirk Wheel is 31 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £15 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Paisley to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Smithhills Street station.

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

Paisley to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Paisley Gilmour Street station.

Train or bus from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £15 - £20. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Paisley to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Paisley to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Bath Street station.

Where does the Paisley to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Paisley to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Falkirk Wheel is 30 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 763+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Paisley to Falkirk Wheel - 6 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, bus

There are 6 ways to get from Paisley 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 Paisley Gilmour Street to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to CamelonGlasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston / ...
2h 12m
£15–19
Drive 30 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel30 mi
45 min
£8–11
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Smithhills Street to Bath Street38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutX37
2h 30m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Paisley to Falkirk Wheel30 mi
45 min
£65–80
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Forbes Place to Buchanan Bus Station9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutX37
2h 34m
Line 26 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Bath Street26
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutX37
3h 8m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 31.1 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Falkirk Wheel via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Camelon in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithhills Street to Falkirk Wheel via Bath Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Three Bridges roundabout in around 2h 30m.

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