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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Methil is to bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Methil is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Methil?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Methil. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at Memorial Court via Queensferry Street and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Methil?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Methil. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Leven via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Methil?

The distance between Bathgate and Methil is 51 miles. The road distance is 39 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Methil without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Bathgate to Methil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Methil bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Methil train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Methil?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Methil is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Bathgate to Methil bus arrive?

Bathgate to Methil bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Shandwick Place station.

Where does the Bathgate to Methil train arrive?

Bathgate to Methil train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Bathgate to Methil?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Methil is 39 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Bathgate to Methil.

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

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Where can I stay near Methil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Haymarkettrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
1h 47m
£23–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Shandwick Placebus X18 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Park & Ride Arrival Baybus X59 / ...
3. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Memorial Courtbus X61
3h 7m
£8–12
Drive 38.8 mi
1. Drive from Bathgate to Methilcar 38.8 mi
46 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Methiltaxi 38.8 mi
46 min
£80–100
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Haymarket Stationbus X18 / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
2h 26m
£17–29

Bathgate to Methil by train

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1h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 51.2 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a train from Bathgate to Leven via Haymarket in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St David's House to Memorial Court via Shandwick Place, Queensferry Street, Park & Ride Arrival Bay, and Park & Ride in around 3h 7m.

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