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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Arbroath is to line 38 bus and bus and line 72 bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Arbroath is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Arbroath Burnside Drive via Cumbernauld and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Arbroath via Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Arbroath?

The distance between Falkirk and Arbroath is 81 miles. The road distance is 70.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Falkirk to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Arbroath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Arbroath train from?

Falkirk to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Arbroath is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £25 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Falkirk to Arbroath bus arrive?

Falkirk to Arbroath bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Town Centre stances station.

Where does the Falkirk to Arbroath train arrive?

Falkirk to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Arbroath station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Arbroath is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Falkirk to Arbroath.

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

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Falkirk to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 38 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2h 22m
£31–52
Line 38 bus, bus, line 72 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Bus Stationbus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M8
3. Take the bus from Sugarhouse Wynd to Bus Stationbus 72 / ...
4h 3m
£16–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Town Centre stancesbus X37
2. Take the bus from Cumbernauld to Dundee stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Arbroath Burnside Drivebus
3h 59m
£17–25
Drive 70.5 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Arbroathcar 70.5 mi
1h 30m
£18–26

Falkirk to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 80.5 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Falkirk, Scotland and Arbroath, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Stirling to Arbroath hourly. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Arbroath Burnside Drive via Cumbernauld, Dundee station, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 3h 59m.

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