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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Camelon via Greenfaulds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Motherwell and Falkirk Wheel is 22 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £4 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

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

Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Hamilton Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £4 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Greenfaulds station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel is 22 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 880+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

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

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1. Take the train from Motherwell to Greenfauldstrain Dalmuir - Cumbernauld / ...
2. Take the train from Greenfaulds to Camelontrain Glasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston
1h 47m
£5–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Three Bridges roundaboutbus X37 / ...
1h 59m
£8–13
Drive 22.2 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheelcar 22.2 mi
38 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheeltaxi 22.2 mi
38 min
£100–120
Line 42 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Monklands General Hospitalbus 42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Monklands General Hospital to Town Centre Stancesbus 347
3. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to Three Bridges roundaboutbus X37
2h 43m
£6–8

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Distance: 21.6 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Falkirk Wheel via Greenfaulds and Camelon in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to Falkirk Wheel via Buchanan Bus Station and Three Bridges roundabout in around 1h 59m.

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