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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. 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
$78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bathgate in February
Estimated hotel price
$78
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 11 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bathgate include Air France, Air Canada and Lufthansa. The shortest flight to Bathgate from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 6h 15m.

Train

Lumo is the most popular train carrier serving Bathgate, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Bathgate to Glasgow takes 1h 30m and costs around $28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $57 for a 3h 45m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city center, Bathgate is the busiest station in Bathgate. Another popular train station is Bathgate Fauldhouse, located 6 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Bathgate is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 18 miles from Bathgate. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bathgate, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Bathgate takes 61 miles and will cost you around $19. From Dundee, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 110 miles.

Plane

When flying to Bathgate, you’ll arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 11 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bathgate include Air France, Air Canada and Lufthansa. The shortest flight to Bathgate from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 6h 15m.

Train

Lumo is the most popular train carrier serving Bathgate, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Bathgate to Glasgow takes 1h 30m and costs around $28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $57 for a 3h 45m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city center, Bathgate is the busiest station in Bathgate. Another popular train station is Bathgate Fauldhouse, located 6 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Bathgate is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 18 miles from Bathgate. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bathgate, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Bathgate takes 61 miles and will cost you around $19. From Dundee, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 110 miles.

Airports near Bathgate

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Bathgate

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 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, 1383 reviews)
$143+
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Rooms at Tarrareoch
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 531 reviews)
$79+
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The Hawes Inn by Innkeeper's Collection
0 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2576 reviews)
$144+
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Best Western The Hilcroft Hotel West Lothian
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 803 reviews)
$127+
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Macdonald Houstoun House
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1966 reviews)
$136+
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Mercure Livingston Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1770 reviews)
$100+
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Renting a car in Bathgate

Expect to pay $6.59 per gallon in Bathgate (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $79.04 and $105.39. The most frequently booked car type in Bathgate is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Skoda Citigo or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $6.59 per gallon in Bathgate (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $79.04 and $105.39. The most frequently booked car type in Bathgate is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Skoda Citigo or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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