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 4m.

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 29 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St David's House and arriving at Shandwick Place. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

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 29 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 29 min and costs £6 - £9.

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

The train from Bathgate to Edinburgh Waverley takes 29 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 St David's House 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 29 min and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Bathgate to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Bathgate to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Shandwick Place 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 WaverleyHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
29 min
£6–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Shandwick PlaceN18 / ...
1h 4m
£2
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Bathgate to Edinburgh20.4 mi
30 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Edinburgh20.4 mi
30 min
£60–75

Bathgate to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 29 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 £6–9 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from St David's House to Shandwick Place every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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