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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

How far is it from Windermere to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Windermere and Falkirk Wheel is 188 miles. The road distance is 147.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £30 - £130.

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

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

Can I drive from Windermere to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Falkirk Wheel is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Windermere to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 2430+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Windermere to Falkirk Wheel - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Windermere to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 40m
£33–129
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutX37
5h 49m
Drive 146.9 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Falkirk Wheel146.9 mi
2h 53m
£37–53

Windermere to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, and foot

85Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Windermere to Falkirk Wheel.

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Haymarket 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–55 and the journey takes 1h 52m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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