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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Bathgate is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Bathgate is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Council Offices via Shandwick Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Bathgate via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Bathgate?

The distance between Dumfries and Bathgate is 105 miles. The road distance is 70.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Bathgate without a car is to line 381 bus and train which takes 3h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Dumfries to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Bathgate bus from?

Dumfries to Bathgate bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Buccleuch Street station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Bathgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Bathgate is to bus and line 201 bus which takes 3h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £25 - £120 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Dumfries to Bathgate bus arrive?

Dumfries to Bathgate bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Lothian Road station.

Where does the Dumfries to Bathgate train arrive?

Dumfries to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Bathgate is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Dumfries to Bathgate.

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

Book your Dumfries to Bathgate train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bathgate?

There are 677+ hotels available in Bathgate.

Dumfries to Bathgate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries 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.

Line 381 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Academy Street to Sydney Placebus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Bathgatetrain
3h 4m
Drive 70.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Bathgatecar 70.4 mi
1h 28m
£18–25
Bus, line 201 bus
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Leechlee Road to Bank Streetbus 201
3h 32m
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 14m
£25–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Lothian Roadbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Council Officesbus X18 / ...
3h 58m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dumfries to Bathgate.

Launch map view

Distance: 104 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Bathgate via Bus Station, Leechlee Road, Bank Street, and Airdrie in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to Bathgate via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 3h 14m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.