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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bathgate is to bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Bathgate is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Bathgate via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Bathgate?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Bathgate is 48 miles. The road distance is 45.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Bathgate without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 58m and costs £17 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Kilmarnock to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Bathgate bus from?

Kilmarnock to Bathgate bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Bathgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Bathgate is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £22 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Bathgate bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Bathgate bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Bathgate train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Bathgate is 46 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Kilmarnock to Bathgate.

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

Book your Kilmarnock to Bathgate train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bathgate?

There are 673+ hotels available in Bathgate.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgatetrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 58m
£17–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Council Officesbus X18 / ...
3h 10m
£10–15
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgatetrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 6m
£22–27
Drive 45.2 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Bathgatecar 45.2 mi
56 min
£12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilmarnock to Bathgatetaxi 45.2 mi
56 min
£95–120

Kilmarnock to Bathgate by bus, foot, and train

301Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kilmarnock to Bathgate.

Launch map view

Distance: 47.8 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Bathgate via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station in around 3h 10m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.