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 February
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bathgate in February
Estimated hotel price
£57
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 Ryanair, British Airways and Loganair. The shortest domestic flight to Bathgate departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Bathgate, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Bathgate to Manchester takes 3h 45m and costs around £48 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £50 for a 4h 19m trip. Located 0.7 km from the city centre, Bathgate is the busiest station in Bathgate. Another popular train station is Bathgate Fauldhouse, located 10 km from the centre.

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 Budget, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bathgate, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Bathgate takes 113 km and will cost you around £9. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £16 for a journey of 249 km.

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 Ryanair, British Airways and Loganair. The shortest domestic flight to Bathgate departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Bathgate, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Bathgate to Manchester takes 3h 45m and costs around £48 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £50 for a 4h 19m trip. Located 0.7 km from the city centre, Bathgate is the busiest station in Bathgate. Another popular train station is Bathgate Fauldhouse, located 10 km from the centre.

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 Budget, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bathgate, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Bathgate takes 113 km and will cost you around £9. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £16 for a journey of 249 km.

Airports near Bathgate

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Bathgate

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,734 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,975 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 (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£102+
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Rooms at Tarrareoch
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£54+
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Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£106+
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Best Western The Hilcroft Hotel West Lothian
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Riccarton Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£51+
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Macdonald Houstoun House
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£95+
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Hiring a car in Bathgate

Hiring a car in Bathgate costs £20 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 63% cheaper than airport locations in Bathgate.

Expect to pay £1.34 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 £15.99 and £21.31. 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 Full-size car hire (Kia Optima or similar) is, on average, 83% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Bathgate costs £20 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 63% cheaper than airport locations in Bathgate.

Expect to pay £1.34 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 £15.99 and £21.31. 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 Full-size car hire (Kia Optima or similar) is, on average, 83% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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