Bathgate to Edinburgh train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bathgate to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€9

Average price

€9

Fastest journey

27 m

Average duration

28 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

28 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bathgate to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bathgate to Edinburgh will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Bathgate for Edinburgh on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

ScotRail
06:03AM0h28
Bathgate
06:31AMEdinburgh
91One-way
0 transfers
ScotRail
08:01AM0h29
Bathgate
08:30AMEdinburgh
91One-way
0 transfers
ScotRail
04:47AM0h27
Bathgate
05:14AMEdinburgh
91One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bathgate to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bathgate to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €9.

Distance: 28 km

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Train
Bus

€9

Average price

€5

Average price

Cheapest

58m

Average total duration

Fastest

28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 4m

Average total duration

1h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Bathgate to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 8:06 AM
Last updated at 8:06 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
scotrail11:27 AM Bathgate
0h25
11:52 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
scotrail4:34 PM Bathgate
0h29
5:03 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 6
scotrail4:47 AM Bathgate
0h27
5:14 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
scotrail6:03 AM Bathgate
0h28
6:31 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
scotrail8:01 AM Bathgate
0h29
8:30 AM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bathgate to Edinburgh

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Trains from Bathgate to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
28 km
Average train duration
28m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
25m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:56
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Train companies: ScotRail from Bathgate to Edinburgh trainsScotRail trains will get you between Bathgate and Edinburgh from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
25m
Cheapest Price
€9
ScotRail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Bathgate to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Bathgate to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bathgate to Edinburgh.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bathgate to Edinburgh can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bathgate to Edinburgh is €8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bathgate to Edinburgh is 25 min   to travel the 28 km long route, with around there are 25 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bathgate to Edinburgh leaves at 04: 47. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bathgate to Edinburgh leaves at 16: 19.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Bathgate to Edinburgh without having to change trains with ScotRail. There are 25 direct trains from Bathgate to Edinburgh each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Bathgate to Edinburgh, you can count on ScotRail for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Edinburgh from Bathgate and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bathgate, which is located around 0.6 miles (913 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Edinburgh from Bathgate is worth doing with a journey time of 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bathgate to Edinburgh is March.
Yes, you can take a train to Edinburgh from Bathgate.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bathgate to Edinburgh

Bathgate
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Bathgate is Bathgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bathgate for your trip from Bathgate to Edinburgh.
BathgateWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 13:40 Saturday 07:00 - 13:40 Sunday 08:00 - 14:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 20
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office building
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Bathgate
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park

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