What is the cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk?

The cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk?

The fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Stoke-on-Trent and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Stoke-on-Trent station to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Grahamston Station via Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Stoke-on-Trent and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk?

The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Falkirk is 280 miles. The road distance is 253.6 miles.

How do I travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk without a car?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £70 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk bus from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk train from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £70 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk bus arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk train arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk.

How do I get a train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk?

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

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Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 20m
£71–186
Train via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to HaymarketManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 40m
£38–209
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
7h 45m
Drive 252.1 mi
1. Drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk252.1 mi
4h 17m
£62–89
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4h 22m
£56–146
Train #2
1. Take the train from Crewe to StirlingLondon Euston - Inverness
7h 40m
£68–157
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
4h 19m
£46–141
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
5h 49m
£74–190
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
6h 8m
£83–210
Train, bus to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes Central
2. Take the bus from Central station to Milton Keynes Coachway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Falkirk Grahamston
6h 15m
£83–215

Stoke-on-Trent to Falkirk by train

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Distance: 278.6 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Stoke-on-Trent, England and Falkirk, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Grahamston Station via Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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