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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Shotts is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Shotts is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Shotts. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at King Street via Haymarket Station and Harthill Services. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Shotts via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Shotts?

The distance between Bathgate and Shotts is 43 miles. The road distance is 10.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £13 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Bathgate to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Shotts bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Shotts?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £13 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 42 bus and line 266 bus, which costs and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Bathgate to Shotts bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bathgate to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bathgate to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Shotts is 10 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Bathgate to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Bathgate to Shotts - 6 ways to travel via train, line 42 bus, and line 266 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Bathgate to Shotts by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to HaymarketHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to ShottsEdinburgh - Glasgow Central
1h 35m
£14–22
Drive 10.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bathgate to Shotts10.4 mi
17 min
£3–4
Line 42 bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Devonview Street to Pollock Street42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pollock Street to Easter Road266
2h 20m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Shotts10.4 mi
17 min
£24–29
Line 201 bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Callon Street to Muir Street201
2. Take the bus from High Road to Easter Road266
2h 21m
Bus
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Haymarket StationX18 / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Harthill Services900
3h 2m
£6–12

Bathgate to Shotts by train

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Distance: 42.3 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a train from Bathgate to Shotts via Haymarket in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bathgate to Easter Road via Airdrie, Devonview Street, and Pollock Street in around 2h 20m.

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