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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Bathgate is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Bathgate is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Bathgate via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Bathgate?

The distance between Motherwell and Bathgate is 23 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Bathgate without a car is to line 42 bus and train which takes 1h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Motherwell to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Bathgate train from?

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

Where does the Motherwell to Bathgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Motherwell to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Bathgate is 19 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Motherwell to Bathgate.

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

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Where can I stay near Bathgate?

There are 664+ hotels available in Bathgate.

Motherwell to Bathgate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 42 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Motherwell to Bathgate by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Line 42 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Manse Place42A / ...
2. Take the train from Airdrie to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 10m
Drive 18.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Motherwell to Bathgate18.6 mi
24 min
£5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Glasgow CentralLanark - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 43m
£17–88
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Motherwell to Bathgate18.6 mi
24 min
£40–50
Line 201 bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Road to Bank Street201
2. Take the train from Airdrie to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 27m

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Distance: 22.6 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Bathgate via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 1h 43m.

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