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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Falkirk is to bus via John Dobson Street which costs £16 - £28 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Falkirk is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Sutton Street and arriving at St Andrew`s Church via Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Falkirk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Durham and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Durham to Falkirk?

The distance between Durham and Falkirk is 163 miles. The road distance is 145.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £55 - £80.

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

The train from Durham to Falkirk Grahamston takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Durham to Falkirk bus from?

Durham to Falkirk bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sutton Street station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Falkirk train from?

Durham to Falkirk train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Durham to Falkirk is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £55 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Durham to Falkirk bus arrive?

Durham to Falkirk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Durham to Falkirk train arrive?

Durham to Falkirk train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Falkirk Grahamston station.

Can I drive from Durham to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Falkirk is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Durham to Falkirk.

How do I get a train ticket from Durham to Falkirk?

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There are 5 ways to get from Durham to Falkirk by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Falkirk Grahamstontrain London Kings Cross - Inverness
2h 13m
£55–80
Bus via John Dobson Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to St Andrew`s Churchbus X38
5h 47m
£17–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 598
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to St Andrew`s Churchbus X38
5h 9m
£28–62
Drive 144.3 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Falkirkcar 144.3 mi
2h 55m
£36–51
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Sheffield - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamstontrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
2h 36m
£56–125

Durham to Falkirk by train

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Falkirk, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Durham to Falkirk Grahamston once a week. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sutton Street to St Andrew`s Church via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Princes Street in around 5h 9m.

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