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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Ardrossan is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Ardrossan is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Ardrossan?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at Hill Street via Haymarket Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Ardrossan?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Ardrossan Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Ardrossan?

The distance between Bathgate and Ardrossan is 57 miles. The road distance is 56.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Ardrossan without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £18 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Bathgate to Ardrossan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Ardrossan bus from?

Bathgate to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from St David's House station.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Ardrossan train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Ardrossan?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Ardrossan is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £18 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 11 bus, which costs £18 - £27 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Bathgate to Ardrossan bus arrive?

Bathgate to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Haymarket Station.

Where does the Bathgate to Ardrossan train arrive?

Bathgate to Ardrossan train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Bathgate to Ardrossan?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Ardrossan is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Bathgate to Ardrossan.

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

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Bathgate to Ardrossan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 11 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Bathgate to Ardrossan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ardrossan Harbour / ...
2h 32m
£19–46
Drive 55.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bathgate to Ardrossancar 55.8 mi
1h 16m
£14–20
Bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Haymarket Stationbus X18 / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Hill Streetbus 11
4h 40m
£18–27

Bathgate to Ardrossan by train and foot

108Weekly Services

2h 32mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.6 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a train from Bathgate to Ardrossan Town via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St David's House to Hill Street via Haymarket Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Kilmarnock Bus Station in around 4h 40m.

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