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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Bathgate is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Bathgate is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Council Offices via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Bathgate?

The distance between Cairnryan and Bathgate is 106 miles. The road distance is 102.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Bathgate without a car is to Bus and train which takes 3h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Cairnryan to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Bathgate bus from?

Cairnryan to Bathgate bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Bathgate bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Bathgate bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Bathgate is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Cairnryan to Bathgate.

Where can I stay near Bathgate?

There are 676+ hotels available in Bathgate.

Cairnryan to Bathgate - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Bathgate by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
3h 23m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Livingston Bus Terminal Stance Dmegabus 902
5h
£24–33
Drive 101.6 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Bathgate101.6 mi
2h 2m
£26–37
Bus, train via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
3h 24m
£27–36
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Street358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Beresford Terrace60 / ...
3. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgate
4h 22m
£28–43

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Bathgate.

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Distance: 105.8 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Livingston Bus Terminal Stance D, and Bus Terminal in around 5h.

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