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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Bus Station Stance 3 and Town Centre stances. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Camelon via Inverness and Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Elgin and Falkirk Wheel is 198 miles. The road distance is 156.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Elgin to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Elgin to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Elgin to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 5.

Where does the Elgin to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Elgin to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Falkirk Wheel is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 2670+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Elgin to Falkirk Wheel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 51m
£47–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 5bus M96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Town Centre Stancesbus M10
7h 32m
£22–34
Drive 156 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Falkirk Wheelcar 156 mi
3h 20m
£40–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Falkirk Grahamstontrain Inverness - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 58m
£43–87
Bus, train via Stirling
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 5bus M96 / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
6h 24m
£35–103

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Distance: 196.8 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Falkirk Wheel via Inverness, Stirling, and Camelon in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Falkirk Wheel via Bus Station Stance 3, Town Centre stances, and Three Bridges roundabout in around 7h 32m.

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