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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Bathgate is to bus via Queensferry Street which costs £25 - £35 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Bathgate is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Council Offices via Haymarket Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Bathgate via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Inverness to Bathgate?

The distance between Inverness and Bathgate is 202 miles. The road distance is 157.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Bathgate without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £27 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Inverness to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Bathgate bus from?

Inverness to Bathgate bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Bathgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Inverness to Bathgate is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £27 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Inverness to Bathgate bus arrive?

Inverness to Bathgate bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Haymarket Station.

Where does the Inverness to Bathgate train arrive?

Inverness to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Bathgate is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Inverness to Bathgate.

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

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Where can I stay near Bathgate?

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Inverness to Bathgate - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 54m
£28–72
Bus via Queensferry Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Council Officesbus X18 / ...
5h 5m
£25–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Haymarket Stationbus E9
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Council Officesbus X18 / ...
4h 35m
Drive 156.9 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Bathgatecar 156.9 mi
2h 51m
£39–55
Train via Stirling
1. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 44m
£31–87

Inverness to Bathgate by train

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3h 54mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Inverness to Bathgate.

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–65 and the journey takes 3h 17m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Council Offices via Haymarket Station in around 4h 35m.

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