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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus which costs £2 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St David's House and arriving at Edinburgh Zoo. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Bathgate and Edinburgh Zoo is 19 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £8 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo is to train which takes 27 min and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 910+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Haymarkettrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
27 min
£9–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Edinburgh Zoobus N18 / ...
55 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zootaxi 15.6 mi
25 min
£45–60
Drive 15.6 mi
1. Drive from Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoocar 15.6 mi
25 min
£4–6

Bathgate to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 19.2 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Bathgate to Haymarket every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from St David's House to Edinburgh Zoo every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 54 min.

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