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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which costs £20 - £30 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Park and Ride and Town Centre stances. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Camelon via Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Aberdeen and Falkirk Wheel is 135 miles. The road distance is 120.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

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

Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Perth, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stirling station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 2869+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Stirlingtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 2m
£59–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Haymarketbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to St Andrew`s Churchbus X38
5h 57m
£20–29
Bus via Perth
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Town Centre Stancesbus M8 / ...
4h 31m
£27–52
Drive 120.2 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Falkirk Wheelcar 120.2 mi
2h 19m
£30–43

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Stirling hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Falkirk Wheel via Park and Ride, Town Centre stances, and Three Bridges roundabout in around 4h 31m.

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