What is the cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Falkirk?

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Falkirk is to line 555 bus and bus and line 104 bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambleside to Falkirk?

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Falkirk is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambleside to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Vicarage Road and arriving at Grahamston Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, Halston Hotel and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Falkirk?

The distance between Ambleside and Falkirk is 178 miles. The road distance is 141.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ambleside to Falkirk without a car?

The best way to get from Ambleside to Falkirk without a car is to line 555 bus and train which takes 4h 54m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Ambleside to Falkirk?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Ambleside to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Falkirk bus from?

Ambleside to Falkirk bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Vicarage Road station.

Where does the Ambleside to Falkirk bus arrive?

Ambleside to Falkirk bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Falkirk is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Ambleside to Falkirk.

Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 907+ hotels available in Falkirk.

Ambleside to Falkirk - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and bus

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

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Line 555 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Vicarage Road to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 54m
£53–102
Line 555 bus, bus, line 104 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vicarage Road to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X4 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to STAND A - English Streetbus 104
4. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston Stationbus X37
7h 21m
£24–36
Line 555 bus, bus, line 104 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vicarage Road to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X4 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to STAND A - English Streetbus 104
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
5h 56m
£49–69
Drive 141 mi
1. Drive from Ambleside to Falkirkcar 141 mi
2h 39m
£35–50

Ambleside to Falkirk by bus and train

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4h 54mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.7 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and Falkirk, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Vicarage Road to Grahamston Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, STAND A - English Street, Halston Hotel, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 21m.

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