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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Linlithgow is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Linlithgow is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £14 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Linlithgow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Royal Bar and arriving at Cross. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Linlithgow?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Linlithgow. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Linlithgow via Edinburgh Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Bathgate to Linlithgow?

The distance between Bathgate and Linlithgow is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Linlithgow without a car is to line 31 bus which takes 26 min and costs .

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

The line 31 bus from Royal Bar to Cross takes 26 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Linlithgow bus from?

Bathgate to Linlithgow bus services, operated by SD Travel, depart from Royal Bar station.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Linlithgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Linlithgow?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Linlithgow is to line 31 bus which takes 26 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £15 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Bathgate to Linlithgow bus arrive?

Bathgate to Linlithgow bus services, operated by SD Travel, arrive at Cross station.

Where does the Bathgate to Linlithgow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bathgate to Linlithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Linlithgow is 6 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Bathgate to Linlithgow.

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

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Where can I stay near Linlithgow?

There are 618+ hotels available in Linlithgow.

Bathgate to Linlithgow - 4 ways to travel via train, line 31 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 31 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Royal Bar to Cross31
26 min
Drive 6.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bathgate to Linlithgow6.4 mi
11 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Edinburgh ParkHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to LinlithgowEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
53 min
£15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Linlithgow6.4 mi
11 min
£14–17

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 8 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

SD Travel operates a bus from Royal Bar to Cross hourly, and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bathgate to Linlithgow via Edinburgh Park in around 53 min.

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