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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Prestwick is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at Saunterne Road via Haymarket Station, Buchanan Bus Station and West Regent Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Prestwick?

The distance between Bathgate and Prestwick is 59 miles. The road distance is 54.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Prestwick without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 1m and costs £17 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Bathgate to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Prestwick bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Prestwick is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Bathgate to Prestwick bus arrive?

Bathgate to Prestwick bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Haymarket Station.

Can I drive from Bathgate to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Prestwick is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Bathgate to Prestwick.

Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 548+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Bathgate to Prestwick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus 4 / ...
2h 1m
£17–29
Drive 54.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bathgate to Prestwickcar 54.3 mi
1h 8m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 2m
£28–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Haymarket Stationbus X18 / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Saunterne Roadbus X77
3h 38m
£17–33

Bathgate to Prestwick by train, foot, and bus

303Weekly Services

2h 1mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 58.5 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a train from Bathgate to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, West George Street, Central Station, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St David's House to Saunterne Road via Haymarket Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and West Regent Lane in around 3h 38m.

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