What is the cheapest way to get from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 27 min and costs £7 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate (Station) and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gordon Avenue and arriving at Shandwick Place. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate (Station) and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bathgate and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Bathgate (Station) and Edinburgh is 18 miles. The road distance is 20.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £7 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh?

The train from Bathgate to Edinburgh Waverley takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh bus from?

Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Gordon Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh train from?

Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Bathgate station.

Train or bus from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 27 min and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Shandwick Place station.

What is the time difference between Bathgate (Station) and Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is 1h behind Bathgate (Station). It is currently 12:44 PM in Bathgate (Station) and 11:44 AM in Edinburgh.

Where does the Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh is 20 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh?

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Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
27 min
£7–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gordon Avenue to Shandwick Placebus N18 / ...
1h 5m
£2
Drive 19.9 mi
1. Drive from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburghcar 19.9 mi
29 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate (Station) to Edinburghtaxi 19.9 mi
29 min
£60–75

Bathgate (Station) to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 18.4 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Bathgate (Station), Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Bathgate to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Gordon Avenue to Shandwick Place every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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