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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Leith is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Leith is to train which takes 28 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St David's House and arriving at Waterloo Place. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Leith?

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 28 min.

How far is it from Bathgate to Leith?

The distance between Bathgate and Leith is 18 miles. The road distance is 21.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Leith without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £6 - £9.

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

The train from Bathgate to Edinburgh Waverley takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Leith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Leith?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Leith is to train which takes 28 min and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Bathgate to Leith bus arrive?

Bathgate to Leith bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Waterloo Place station.

Where does the Bathgate to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bathgate to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Leith is 21 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Bathgate to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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Bathgate to Leith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and tram

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
28 min
£6–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Waterloo Placebus X18
1h 12m
£2
Drive 21 mi
1. Drive from Bathgate to Leithcar 21 mi
37 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Leithtaxi 21 mi
37 min
£60–80
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Gogarburn A8bus X18 / ...
2. Take the tram from Gogarburn to Foot of the Walktram T50
1h 29m
£5

Bathgate to Leith by train

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Bathgate to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from St David's House to Waterloo Place every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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