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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Bathgate is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Bathgate is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Bathgate via Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Balloch to Bathgate?

The distance between Balloch and Bathgate is 44 miles. The road distance is 46.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Bathgate without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £16 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Balloch to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Bathgate bus from?

Balloch to Bathgate bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Lower Stoneymollan Road station.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Bathgate train from?

Balloch to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumbarton Central station.

Train or bus from Balloch to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Balloch to Bathgate is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £16 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Balloch to Bathgate bus arrive?

Balloch to Bathgate bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Balloch to Bathgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balloch to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Bathgate is 47 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Balloch to Bathgate.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Bathgatetrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 51m
£17–28
Drive 46.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balloch to Bathgatecar 46.4 mi
58 min
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Council Officesbus X18 / ...
3h 19m
£16–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balloch to Bathgatetaxi 46.4 mi
58 min
£200–250

Balloch to Bathgate by train

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Distance: 43.6 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Bathgate, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Bathgate hourly. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station in around 3h 19m.

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