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

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Bathgate is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Bathgate is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at Union Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Deer Park and St Johns Hospital. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Dumbarton and Bathgate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dumbarton Central and arriving at Bathgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Bathgate?

The distance between Dumbarton and Bathgate is 39 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Bathgate without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £17 - £35.

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

The train from Dumbarton Central to Bathgate takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Bathgate bus from?

Dumbarton to Bathgate bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Barloan Toll station.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Bathgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumbarton to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Bathgate is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Dumbarton to Bathgate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumbarton to Bathgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Bathgate is 42 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Dumbarton to Bathgate.

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

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Dumbarton to Bathgate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Dumbarton 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 19m
£17–35
Drive 41.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumbarton to Bathgatecar 41.8 mi
54 min
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barloan Toll to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Deer Parkbus
3. Take the bus from St Johns Hospital to Union Roadbus N28 / ...
2h 32m
£15–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dumbarton to Bathgatetaxi 41.8 mi
54 min
£85–110

Dumbarton to Bathgate by train

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Bathgate hourly. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barloan Toll to Union Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Deer Park, and St Johns Hospital in around 2h 32m.

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