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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Hamilton is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Hamilton is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at Miller Street via Stewart Drive and Knoll Croft Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Hamilton Central via Argyle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Hamilton?

The distance between Bathgate and Hamilton is 27 miles. The road distance is 21.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Hamilton without a car is to train and line 201 bus which takes 1h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Bathgate to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Hamilton bus from?

Bathgate to Hamilton bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Council Offices station.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Hamilton train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Hamilton is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £18 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus and line 23 bus and line 266 bus, which costs and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Bathgate to Hamilton bus arrive?

Bathgate to Hamilton bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Polkemmet Road station.

Where does the Bathgate to Hamilton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bathgate to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Hamilton is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Bathgate to Hamilton.

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

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Where can I stay near Hamilton?

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Bathgate to Hamilton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, line 201 bus
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to AirdrieEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Callon Street to Miller Street201
1h 27m
Drive 21 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bathgate to Hamilton21 mi
31 min
£6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Glasgow Queen Street Low LevelEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the train from Argyle Street to Hamilton CentralDalmuir - Larkhall / ...
1h 40m
£19–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Hamilton21 mi
31 min
£45–55
Bus, line 23 bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Council Offices to Polkemmet RoadX18
2. Take the bus from Stewart Drive to Knoll Croft Road23
3. Take the bus from Knoll Croft Road to Miller Street266
2h 22m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bathgate to Hamilton.

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Distance: 27.2 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

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

You can take a train from Bathgate to Hamilton Central via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Argyle Street in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Council Offices to Miller Street via Polkemmet Road, Stewart Drive, and Knoll Croft Road in around 2h 22m.

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