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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Falkirk is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Falkirk is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Falkirk?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Council Offices and arriving at Asda. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Edinburgh Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Falkirk?

The distance between Bathgate and Falkirk is 13 miles. The road distance is 10.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Falkirk without a car is to line 29 bus which takes 44 min and costs .

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

The line 29 bus from Council Offices to Asda takes 44 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Falkirk bus from?

Bathgate to Falkirk bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Council Offices station.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Falkirk is to line 29 bus which takes 44 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £18 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Bathgate to Falkirk bus arrive?

Bathgate to Falkirk bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Asda station.

Where does the Bathgate to Falkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bathgate to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Falkirk is 11 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Bathgate to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

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Bathgate to Falkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, line 29 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bathgate to Falkirk by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 29 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Council Offices to Asda29
44 min
Drive 10.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bathgate to Falkirk10.9 mi
18 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Edinburgh ParkHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Falkirk GrahamstonEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
1h 1m
£17–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Falkirk10.9 mi
18 min
£26–31
Line 31 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Bar to Cross31
2. Take the bus from Cross to St Andrew`s ChurchX38
1h 4m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 13 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Midland Bluebird operates a bus from Council Offices to Asda every 4 hours, and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bathgate to Falkirk Grahamston via Edinburgh Park in around 1h 1m.

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