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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Ambleside is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 31m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Salutation Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Ambleside?

The distance between Falkirk and Ambleside is 180 miles. The road distance is 141.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Falkirk to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Ambleside bus from?

Falkirk to Ambleside bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Ambleside train from?

Falkirk to Ambleside train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Ambleside?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Ambleside is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Falkirk to Ambleside bus arrive?

Falkirk to Ambleside bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Ambleside train arrive?

Falkirk to Ambleside train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Ambleside?

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

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3886+ hotels available in Ambleside.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
4h 48m
£49–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
6h 31m
£27–45
Drive 140.9 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Amblesidecar 140.9 mi
2h 39m
£35–50
Train, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salutation Hotelbus 555
4h 48m
£53–101

Falkirk to Ambleside by train and bus

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4h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Carlisle 6 times a week. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 24m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Salutation Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 31m.

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