What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Bathgate?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Bathgate is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Bathgate?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Bathgate is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Bathgate via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Ayr to Bathgate?

The distance between Ayr and Bathgate is 67 miles. The road distance is 59.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Bathgate without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Bathgate without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £21 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Bathgate?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Ayr to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Bathgate bus from?

Ayr to Bathgate bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Bathgate train from?

Ayr to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Ayr to Bathgate is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £21 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £24 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Ayr to Bathgate bus arrive?

Ayr to Bathgate bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr to Bathgate train arrive?

Ayr to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Bathgate is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Ayr to Bathgate.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Bathgate?

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Ayr to Bathgate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Bathgate by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 8m
£21–30
Drive 58.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Bathgate58.7 mi
1h 10m
£15–22
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 17m
£19–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Station900
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Council OfficesX18 / ...
3h 35m
£17–24

Ayr to Bathgate by train and foot

270Weekly Services

2h 8mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.5 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Bathgate, Scotland?

You can take a train from Ayr to Bathgate via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station in around 3h 35m.

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