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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Bathgate is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Bathgate is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Council Offices via Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Bathgate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and arriving at Bathgate. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Scotland to Bathgate?

The distance between Scotland and Bathgate is 25 miles. The road distance is 28.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Bathgate without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £13 - £14.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgate takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Bathgate bus from?

Scotland to Bathgate bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Bathgate train from?

Scotland to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Scotland to Bathgate is to train which takes 51 min and costs £13 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 73 bus, which costs £10 - £14 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Scotland to Bathgate bus arrive?

Scotland to Bathgate bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Livingston Bus Terminal Stance D station.

Where does the Scotland to Bathgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Bathgate is 28 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Scotland to Bathgate.

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

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Scotland to Bathgate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 73 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland to Bathgate by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
51 min
£13–14
Drive 27.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Bathgate27.9 mi
30 min
£7–11
Bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Livingston Bus Terminal Stance Dmegabus 902
2. Take the bus from Bus Terminal to Council Offices73 / ...
2h 10m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Bathgate27.9 mi
30 min
£60–75

Scotland to Bathgate by train

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Distance: 25 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Scotland and Bathgate, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgate every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–14 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Council Offices via Livingston Bus Terminal Stance D and Bus Terminal in around 2h 10m.

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