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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Shotts is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Shotts is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Shotts. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at Knoll Croft Road via Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Shotts via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Shotts?

The distance between Bathgate and Shotts is 43 miles. The road distance is 10.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Bathgate to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Shotts bus from?

Bathgate to Shotts bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from St David's House station.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Shotts?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Bathgate to Shotts bus arrive?

Bathgate to Shotts bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Bathgate to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bathgate to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Shotts is 10 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Bathgate to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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There are 6 ways to get from Bathgate to Shotts by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Haymarkettrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Shottstrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
1h 34m
£19–35
Drive 10.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bathgate to Shottscar 10.4 mi
17 min
£3–4
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Haymarket Stationbus X18 / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Shottstrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2h 15m
£13–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bathgate to Shottstaxi 10.4 mi
17 min
£24–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Bus Terminalbus X27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Terminal to Knoll Croft Roadbus 34A
2h 22m
Line 201 bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Callon Street to Milton Streetbus 201
2. Take the bus from Pollock Street to Easter Roadbus 266
2h 35m
£13–23

Bathgate to Shotts by train

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Distance: 42.3 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Bathgate to Shotts via Haymarket in around 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St David's House to Knoll Croft Road via Bus Terminal in around 2h 22m.

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