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

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Bathgate is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Bathgate is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Johnstone and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Johnstone to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from St Margarets Nursery School and arriving at Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station, Deer Park and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Johnstone and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Johnstone to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Johnstone and arriving at Bathgate via Charing Cross (Glasgow). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Johnstone to Bathgate?

The distance between Johnstone and Bathgate is 37 miles. The road distance is 41.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Johnstone to Bathgate without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £15 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Johnstone to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Bathgate bus from?

Johnstone to Bathgate bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from St Margarets Nursery School station.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Bathgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Johnstone to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Bathgate is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £15 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Johnstone to Bathgate bus arrive?

Johnstone to Bathgate bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Bath Street station.

Where does the Johnstone to Bathgate train arrive?

Johnstone to Bathgate train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Johnstone to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Johnstone to Bathgate is 41 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Johnstone to Bathgate.

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

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Johnstone to Bathgate - 6 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Johnstone to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Charing Cross (Glasgow) to Bathgatetrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 35m
£15–27
Drive 40.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Johnstone to Bathgatecar 40.9 mi
46 min
£11–15
Line 38 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margarets Nursery School to Bath Streetbus 38
2. Take the train from Bellgrove to Bathgatetrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 33m
£16–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Johnstone to Bathgatetaxi 40.9 mi
46 min
£180–220
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tannahill Crescent to Percy Streetbus 38A / ...
2. Take the train from Partick to Bathgatetrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 18m
£17–25
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St Margarets Nursery School to Bath Streetbus 38
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Deer Parkbus Uk090
3h 22m
£15–21

Johnstone to Bathgate by train and bus

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Distance: 36.9 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a train from Johnstone to Bathgate via Glasgow Central, Bothwell Street, Kings theatre, and Charing Cross (Glasgow) in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margarets Nursery School to Council Offices via Bath Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Deer Park, and Bus Terminal in around 3h 22m.

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