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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Camelon via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Carlisle and Falkirk Wheel is 127 miles. The road distance is 101.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

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

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

Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 876+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Camelontrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
2h 40m
£38–69
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutbus X37 / ...
3h 42m
£15–24
Drive 101 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheelcar 101 mi
2h 2m
£25–36
Train, line 8 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Larberttrain
2. Take the bus from Lorne Road to Ochiltree Terrace Terminusbus 8
3h 26m
£21–34

Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel by bus and foot

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.4 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel via Haymarket and Camelon in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to Falkirk Wheel via Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, and Three Bridges roundabout in around 3h 42m.

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