How to get from Bathgate to Falkirk by bus?

From Bathgate to Falkirk by bus

To get from Bathgate to Falkirk in Falkirk, take the X18 bus from Gordon Avenue, Bathgate station to Old Liston Road, Newbridge station. Next, take the X38 bus from Old Liston Road, Newbridge station to Nicolton Road, Polmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 36 min. The bus schedule from Bathgate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Falkirk on the Moovit app.

156min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X18X18
Bus - X38X38
Walk to Falkirk
Leaves from Gordon Avenue, Bathgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gordon Avenue, Bathgate
    ID 6290B014
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X18X18
    Wait for bus
    X18
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Liston Road, Newbridge
    ID 6200202240
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Old Liston Road, Newbridge
    ID 6200247720
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - X38X38
    Wait for bus
    X38
    Falkirk
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nicolton Road, Polmont
    ID 66902530029
    38 min
  • 7
    Walk to Falkirk
    Walk to
    Falkirk
    3.55 km • 45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Bathgate to Falkirk by bus and train

To get from Bathgate to Falkirk you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Bathgate station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the X38 bus from Station Road, Linlithgow station to Nicolton Road, Polmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 43 min. The bus schedule from Bathgate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Falkirk on the Moovit app.

163min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - X38X38
Walk to Falkirk
Leaves from Bathgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bathgate
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Helensburgh Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    47 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Linlithgow
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Station Road, Linlithgow
    ID 6290LW07
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - X38X38
    Wait for bus
    X38
    Falkirk
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nicolton Road, Polmont
    ID 66902530029
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Falkirk
    Walk to
    Falkirk
    3.55 km • 45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Bathgate to Falkirk

The distance between Bathgate and Falkirk is approximately 40.92 km, which can typically be travelled in 156 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bathgate to Falkirk by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Falkirk – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Bathgate to Falkirk

To check the bus schedule from Bathgate to Falkirk using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bathgate) and destination (Falkirk), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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From Bathgate to Falkirk by bus and train

To get from Bathgate to Falkirk you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Bathgate station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the X38 bus from Station Road, Linlithgow station to Nicolton Road, Polmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 43 min. The bus schedule from Bathgate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Falkirk on the Moovit app.

163min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - X38X38
Walk to Falkirk
Leaves from Bathgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bathgate
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Helensburgh Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    47 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Linlithgow
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Station Road, Linlithgow
    ID 6290LW07
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - X38X38
    Wait for bus
    X38
    Falkirk
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nicolton Road, Polmont
    ID 66902530029
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Falkirk
    Walk to
    Falkirk
    3.55 km • 45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bathgate to Falkirk?

    The fastest way takes 156 minutes, using Bus line X18, Bus line X38.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Bathgate to Falkirk?

    The alternative route takes 163 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line X38.

  • Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Falkirk?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 36 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Bathgate to Falkirk?

    The X18 bus line goes from Gordon Avenue, Bathgate station near Bathgate in Scotland to Edinburgh station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Edinburgh station near Falkirk.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bathgate to Falkirk by bus?

    The total travel time between Bathgate and Falkirk by bus is about 2 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Bathgate to get to Falkirk?

    Get on the X18 bus from the Gordon Avenue, Bathgate stop near Bathgate in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Bathgate and Falkirk?

    Get off the bus at the Edinburgh stop, which is closest to Falkirk.

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