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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Birmingham is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Birmingham is to train and fly which takes 3h 9m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Millennium Point via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Haymarket and Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Birmingham?

The distance between Falkirk and Birmingham is 284 miles. The road distance is 294.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Birmingham without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 5h 43m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Falkirk to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Birmingham train from?

Falkirk to Birmingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Birmingham is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 5h 43m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Falkirk to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Falkirk to Birmingham train arrive?

Falkirk to Birmingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Birmingham is 294 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Falkirk to Birmingham.

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

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

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

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Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Birmingham New Streettrain
3h 9m
£48–125
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Falkirk High to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Birmingham New Streettrain
3h 10m
£33–106
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Wolverhamptontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 43m
£106–175
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Ukn30 / ...
8h 6m
£35–57
Drive 292.6 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Birminghamcar 292.6 mi
5h 2m
£73–106
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
5h 6m
£85–196
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
5h 7m
£71–182
Train
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 12m
£116–246
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
9h 31m
£50–87

Falkirk to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 282.1 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Haymarket to Wolverhampton every 4 hours. Tickets cost £95–150 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Millennium Point via Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 6m.

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