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 6m.

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 55m and costs £35 - £60.

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 36m.

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 53m.

How far is it from Inverness to Bathgate?

The distance between Inverness and Bathgate is 202 miles. The road distance is 158.2 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 53m and costs £28 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m 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 53m and costs £28 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 36m.

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 55m to drive from Inverness to Bathgate.

How do I get a train ticket from Inverness to 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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to HaymarketInverness - Edinburgh
3h 53m
£28–84
Bus via Queensferry Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry StreetM90
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Council OfficesX18 / ...
5h 6m
£25–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Haymarket StationE9
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Council OfficesX18 / ...
4h 36m
Drive 157.3 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Bathgate157.3 mi
2h 55m
£40–57
Train via Stirling
1. Take the train from Inverness to StirlingInverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 46m
£34–89

Inverness to Bathgate by train

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–75 and the journey takes 3h 17m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Council Offices via Haymarket Station in around 4h 36m.

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