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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Prestonpans is to bus and line 26 bus which costs £4 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Prestonpans is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Prestonpans?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Prestonpans. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at Ayres Wynd via St Andrew's House. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Prestonpans?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Prestonpans. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Prestonpans via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Prestonpans?

The distance between Bathgate and Prestonpans is 28 miles. The road distance is 30.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Prestonpans without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £12 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Bathgate to Prestonpans, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Prestonpans bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Prestonpans train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Prestonpans?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Prestonpans is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £12 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus and line 26 bus, which costs £4 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Bathgate to Prestonpans bus arrive?

Bathgate to Prestonpans bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at St Andrew's House station.

Where does the Bathgate to Prestonpans train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bathgate to Prestonpans?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Prestonpans is 31 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Bathgate to Prestonpans.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestonpans?

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Bathgate to Prestonpans - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 26 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestonpanstrain Edinburgh - North Berwick / ...
1h 17m
£13–15
Bus, line 26 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St David's House to St Andrew's Housebus X18
2. Take the bus from St Andrew's House to Ayres Wyndbus 26 / ...
2h 2m
£4
Drive 30.7 mi
1. Drive from Bathgate to Prestonpanscar 30.7 mi
36 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Prestonpanstaxi 30.7 mi
36 min
£65–80

Bathgate to Prestonpans by train

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1h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 27.7 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a train from Bathgate to Prestonpans via Edinburgh Waverley in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St David's House to Ayres Wynd via St Andrew's House in around 2h 2m.

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