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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Edinburgh is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gardners Lane and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate 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 to Edinburgh?

The distance between Bathgate and Edinburgh is 18 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £18.

How long does it take to get from Bathgate 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 to Edinburgh bus from?

Bathgate to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Gardners Lane station.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Edinburgh is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Bathgate to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Bathgate to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Bathgate to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bathgate to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Edinburgh is 21 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Bathgate to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bathgate 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
£6–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gardners Lane to Princes Streetbus N28 / ...
1h 14m
£2
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Bathgate to Edinburghcar 20.4 mi
30 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Edinburghtaxi 20.4 mi
30 min
£60–75

Bathgate to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 18.4 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Bathgate to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–18 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Gardners Lane to Princes Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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