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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Falkirk Wheel is to train and fly which takes 4h 29m and costs £70 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Derby Bus Station and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Leeds City Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Derby to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Derby and Falkirk Wheel is 332 miles. The road distance is 279.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £170 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Derby to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Derby to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.

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

Derby to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Derby to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £170 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Derby to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Derby to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Derby to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Derby to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Derby to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Falkirk Wheel is 279 miles. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Derby to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 2852+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Derby to Falkirk Wheel - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Derby to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamstontrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
6h 4m
£172–249
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk014 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
9h 23m
£34–59
Drive 277.9 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Falkirk Wheelcar 277.9 mi
5h 15m
£68–98
Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham Internationaltrain
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Camelontrain
4h 29m
£70–155
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Larberttrain
7h 30m
£73–126
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Camelontrain
5h 7m
£61–140
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Derby to Leicestertrain
2. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
4. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
6h 7m
£98–231
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Derby to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Camelontrain
6h 26m
£125–278
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Derby to Leicestertrain
2. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
4. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
6h 45m
£103–236

Derby to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, and foot

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6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 330.3 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Falkirk Wheel via Edinburgh Waverley, Falkirk Grahamston, Central Retail Park, and Ochiltree Terrace Terminus in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Derby Bus Station to Falkirk Wheel via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Three Bridges roundabout in around 9h 23m.

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