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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Bathgate is to bus which costs £20 - £60 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Bathgate is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £24 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Council Offices via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Bathgate via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Preston to Bathgate?

The distance between Preston and Bathgate is 207 miles. The road distance is 178.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Bathgate without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £24 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Preston to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bathgate bus from?

Preston to Bathgate bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bathgate train from?

Preston to Bathgate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Preston to Bathgate is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £24 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Bank Street, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Preston to Bathgate bus arrive?

Preston to Bathgate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Bathgate train arrive?

Preston to Bathgate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Preston to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Bathgate is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Preston to Bathgate.

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

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Where can I stay near Bathgate?

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Preston to Bathgate - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Bathgate by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 57m
£24–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Livingston Bus Terminal Stance Dmegabus 902
6h 46m
£21–60
Bus via Bank Street
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Bus Station181
5h 38m
£34–44
Drive 177.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Bathgate177.9 mi
3h 4m
£45–65
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
5h 43m
£78–191
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
5h 44m
£92–229
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 20m
£57–189

Preston to Bathgate by train

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Distance: 206.1 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Bathgate, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket 5 times a day. Tickets cost £19–110 and the journey takes 2h 21m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Stn to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £26–40 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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