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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Cowdenbeath is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Melville Street and arriving at The Fountain via North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Cowdenbeath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Cowdenbeath. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Falkirk to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Falkirk and Cowdenbeath is 30 miles. The road distance is 23.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £13 - £24.

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

The train from Falkirk Grahamston to Cowdenbeath takes 59 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Falkirk to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Melville Street station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Cowdenbeath train from?

Falkirk to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Cowdenbeath is to train which takes 59 min and costs £13 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Falkirk to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Falkirk to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Falkirk to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falkirk to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Cowdenbeath is 23 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Falkirk to Cowdenbeath.

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

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Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

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Falkirk to Cowdenbeath - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Falkirk to Cowdenbeath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Cowdenbeathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee
59 min
£13–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Melville Street to North Approach Roadbus 28
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to The Fountainbus X27
1h 43m
£6–10
Drive 23.1 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Cowdenbeathcar 23.1 mi
36 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Falkirk to Cowdenbeathtaxi 23.1 mi
36 min
£50–65
Train via Haymarket
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Haymarkettrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
1h 31m
£17–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Haymarket Stationbus X38
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 32m
£14–24

Falkirk to Cowdenbeath by train

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Distance: 30.2 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Cowdenbeath 5 times a week. Tickets cost £13–24 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melville Street to The Fountain via North Approach Road in around 1h 43m.

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