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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Bathgate is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Bathgate is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Bourne Street and arriving at St David's House via Shotts Station and Polkemmet Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Central and arriving at Bathgate via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Bathgate?

The distance between Hamilton and Bathgate is 27 miles. The road distance is 21.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Bathgate without a car is to line 201 bus and train which takes 1h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Hamilton to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Bathgate bus from?

Hamilton to Bathgate bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Bourne Street station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Bathgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Bathgate is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £18 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 266 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Hamilton to Bathgate bus arrive?

Hamilton to Bathgate bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Shotts Station.

Where does the Hamilton to Bathgate train arrive?

Hamilton to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central Low Level station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Bathgate is 22 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Hamilton to Bathgate.

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

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Where can I stay near Bathgate?

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Hamilton to Bathgate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Hamilton to Bathgate by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 201 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Leechlee Road to Bank Streetbus 201
2. Take the train from Airdrie to Bathgatetrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 40m
Drive 21.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Bathgatecar 21.6 mi
29 min
£6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central Low Leveltrain Larkhall - Dalmuir / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgatetrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 46m
£19–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Bathgatetaxi 21.6 mi
29 min
£45–60
Line 266 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bourne Street to Shotts Stationbus 266
2. Take the bus from Polkemmet Road to St David's Housebus X18
2h 35m

Hamilton to Bathgate by train and foot

301Weekly Services

1h 46mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 26.8 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a train from Hamilton Central to Bathgate via Glasgow Central Low Level and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bourne Street to St David's House via Shotts Station and Polkemmet Road in around 2h 35m.

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