Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bathgate travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bathgate

With a population of 15 337, Bathgate is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bathgate to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Bathgate

Bathgate in January
Estimated hotel price
£50
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bathgate in January
Estimated hotel price
£50
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bathgate

Plane

When flying to Bathgate, you’ll arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 18 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Bathgate include easyJet, Loganair and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Bathgate departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Bathgate is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 284 km from Bathgate. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Plane

When flying to Bathgate, you’ll arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 18 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Bathgate include easyJet, Loganair and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Bathgate departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Bathgate is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 284 km from Bathgate. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Bathgate

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Bathgate

Lufthansa
Good (8,018 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,518 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,991 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,382 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,952 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,589 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (919 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,783 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,067 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (410 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,257 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,340 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,391 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bathgate

Most booked hotels in Bathgate

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Orocco Pier
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£131+
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The Bridge Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£183+
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Rooms at Tarrareoch
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Best Western The Hilcroft Hotel West Lothian
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£189+
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The Hawes Inn by Innkeeper's Collection
0 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£145+
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Hiring a car in Bathgate

Hiring a car in Bathgate costs £30 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Bathgate.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Bathgate (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.97 and £25.29. The most frequently booked car type in Bathgate is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Bathgate costs £30 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Bathgate.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Bathgate (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.97 and £25.29. The most frequently booked car type in Bathgate is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.