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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Ochiltree Terrace Terminus via Princes Street and St Andrew`s Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Sunderland and Falkirk Wheel is 165 miles. The road distance is 145.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £14 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £14 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 770+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Sunderland 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 Newcastle to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk GrahamstonEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
3h 40m
£15–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to St Andrew`s ChurchX38
5h 40m
Drive 144.4 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel144.4 mi
3h
£37–53
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)NCL - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Camelon
6h 36m
£44–184
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station598 / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to St Andrew`s ChurchX38
6h 10m
Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)NCL - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Camelon
7h 16m
£73–168

Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel by subway, train, bus, and foot

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.8 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a subway from Sunderland to Falkirk Wheel via Central Station, Newcastle, Edinburgh Waverley, Falkirk Grahamston, St Andrew`s Church, and Ochiltree Terrace Terminus in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Falkirk Wheel via Edinburgh, Bus Station, Princes Street, St Andrew`s Church, and Ochiltree Terrace Terminus in around 5h 40m.

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