What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh bus Station and Bathgate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Council Offices. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh bus Station and Bathgate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Bathgate. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate?

The distance between Edinburgh bus Station and Bathgate is 19 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £6 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bathgate takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate train from?

Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate is to train which takes 31 min and costs £6 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate train arrive?

Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Bathgate station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate is 20 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to BathgateEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
31 min
£6–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Council OfficesX18 / ...
1h 14m
£2
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate20.4 mi
31 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate20.4 mi
31 min
£60–75

Edinburgh bus Station to Bathgate by foot and train

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Distance: 18.8 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh bus Station, Scotland and Bathgate, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bathgate every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Princes Street to Council Offices every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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