What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate is to bus which costs £2 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Zoo and Bathgate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh Zoo and arriving at Council Offices. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate?

The distance between Edinburgh Zoo and Bathgate is 19 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate without a car is to bus and train which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate bus from?

Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Edinburgh Zoo station.

Where does the Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate bus arrive?

Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Council Offices station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate.

Where can I stay near Bathgate?

There are 667+ hotels available in Bathgate.

Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Haymarket Station12 / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to BathgateEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
45 min
£8–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Council OfficesN18 / ...
53 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate15.6 mi
25 min
£45–60
Drive 15.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate15.6 mi
25 min
£4–6

Edinburgh Zoo to Bathgate by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 19.2 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland and Bathgate, Scotland?

Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Council Offices every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 52 min.

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