The cheapest and fastest trains from Falkirk to Cumbernauld
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Falkirk to Cumbernauld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Falkirk to Cumbernauld will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Falkirk for Cumbernauld every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 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.


Live departures
Falkirk to Cumbernauld train times
The table below shows live departures for Falkirk to Cumbernauld trains for today, Thursday 11 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:46 Falkirk | 0h13 | 12:59 Cumbernauld | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 12 December | |||||
![]() | 04:39 Falkirk | 0h13 | 04:52 Cumbernauld | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Falkirk to Cumbernauld
Trains from Falkirk to Cumbernauld run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 13m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 23:33 |
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FAQs: Falkirk to Cumbernauld train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Falkirk to Cumbernauld by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cumbernauld, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Falkirk and Cumbernauld
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 22:00 Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 09:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Short steep ramp onto platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs. Alternative accessible route is via the roadbridge Blue Badge parking bays: 13
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off in the station car park at the entrance to Platform 1
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 14:02 Saturday 07:10 - 14:02 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to ticket office, ramps to both platforms and connecting roadbridge between platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 5
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets have a restricted capacity. The toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus bay outside the booking office at Platform 2
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the large council car park at Platform 1
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