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Callendar House
Historic mansion museum with period rooms, exhibitions, and a recreated Georgian kitchen that brings Falkirk's social history to life.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Falkirk
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$0.00
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$-0.01
Fastest journey on Sep 20
55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
57 m
Buses on Sep 20
37
Distance
33 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Falkirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast buses
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 37 buses from Glasgow to Falkirk, including 12 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 33 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:55 AM1h10Glasgow10:05 AMFalkirkFind prices0 transfers
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- 9:55 AM1h13Glasgow11:08 AMFalkirkFind prices0 transfers
- 10:15 AM1h02Glasgow11:17 AMFalkirkFind prices1 transfer
- 6:45 PM0h55Glasgow7:40 PMFalkirkFind prices1 transfer
- 7:15 PM0h55Glasgow8:10 PMFalkirkFind prices1 transfer
- 9:15 AM0h58Glasgow10:13 AMFalkirkFind prices1 transfer
- 9:45 AM0h58Glasgow10:43 AMFalkirkFind prices1 transfer
- 5:45 PM0h58Glasgow6:43 PMFalkirkFind prices1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Falkirk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Falkirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
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$16 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Falkirk is a train with an average price of $16.
The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Falkirk is by train with an average journey time of 25m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Falkirk including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow to Falkirk among Omio's users.
Glasgow to Falkirk Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:21AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 07:49AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 08:08AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:09AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:47AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:31AM | Duration 1h46 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 09:11AM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:17AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 09:47AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:31AM | Duration 1h46 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:08AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:17AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:31AM | Duration 1h46 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 10:47AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 11:08AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:17AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:47AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 12:08PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:17PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:47PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 01:08PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:22PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:52PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 02:08PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:22PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:52PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:08PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:22PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:52PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 04:08PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:22PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:52PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:08PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:18PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:48PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:08PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:18PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:43PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:08PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:13PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:13PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Midland Bluebird | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:27PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Falkirk
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Take a bus from Glasgow to Falkirk and enjoy the approximately 20 miles (33 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:29, the last at 23:30.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $16
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
First bus 12:29 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $16
Complete guide to Falkirk
Things to do in Falkirk
Discover the best of Falkirk — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Falkirk trip today.
- Recommended
Scottish Canals Museum
Museum in Bo'ness showcasing Scotland's canal heritage through interactive displays, archives, and stories of transport and trade.
- Recommended
Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway
Working railway heritage site with museum displays, vintage trains, and restored station buildings on a scenic preserved line.
- Must visit
The Helix
Major parkland around The Kelpies with paths, lagoon views, public art, and easy walking links to canal-side attractions.
- Recommended
Callendar Park
Large historic estate with woodland trails, ornamental grounds, and access to Callendar House, family walks, and open green space.
- Recommended
Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath
Linear canal-side walking and cycling route linking key Falkirk sights with waterside scenery, locks, and engineering features.
- Gluten-free
Cullen Skink
A hearty Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. Closely associated with eastern Scotland and valued for its warming, coastal flavor.
Haggis
Scotland’s national dish of sheep offal, oats and spices in a casing. A traditional Burns supper staple and widely served across Falkirk.
Lorne Sausage
A breakfast favorite of sliced square sausage, usually served in a morning roll. It is a classic everyday Scottish comfort food.
Chianti Restaurant
Established hotel restaurant serving Scottish and European dishes in a polished, traditional setting near the town center.
Gambero Rosso
Popular independent restaurant known for fresh seafood, fish dishes and warm service in a relaxed central Falkirk setting.
Tea Jenny's
Long-established bakery and cafe favored for Scottish breakfasts, soups, sandwiches and cakes in an easygoing local atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Edinburgh, while local buses and rail are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or optional. In restaurants, 10% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafes is optional.
FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Falkirk
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Falkirk by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Falkirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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