How to get from Bathgate to Falkirk by bus and train?

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 Edinburgh Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 2 bus from Weir Street, Falkirk station to Versalis, Grangemouth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Bathgate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Falkirk on the Moovit app.

104min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 22
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
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh Park
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dunblane
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Falkirk Grahamston
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Weir Street, Falkirk
    ID 66901002012
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Boness
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Versalis, Grangemouth
    ID 66902220808
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Falkirk
    Walk to
    Falkirk
    500 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Bathgate to Falkirk by bus

To get from Bathgate to Falkirk you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 31 bus from Library, Bathgate station to Springfield Primary School, Linlithgow station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the F49 bus and finally take the 2 bus from Cowdenhill Road, Boness station to Versalis, Grangemouth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The bus and train schedule from Bathgate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Falkirk on the Moovit app.

102min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3131
Bus - F49F49
Bus - 22
Walk to Falkirk
Leaves from Library, Bathgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Library, Bathgate
    ID 6290B052
    720 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Livingston
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Springfield Primary School, Linlithgow
    ID 6290LW38
    30 min
  • 4
    Bus - F49F49
    Wait for bus
    F49
    Boness
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cowdenhill Road, Boness
    ID 66902460006
    22 min
  • 6
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Larbert
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Versalis, Grangemouth
    ID 66902220807
    22 min
  • 8
    Walk to Falkirk
    Walk to
    Falkirk
    490 m • 7 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 64.58 km, which can typically be travelled in 104 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bathgate to Falkirk by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Falkirk – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Bathgate to Falkirk

To check the bus and train 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 and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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From Bathgate to Falkirk by bus

To get from Bathgate to Falkirk you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 31 bus from Library, Bathgate station to Springfield Primary School, Linlithgow station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the F49 bus and finally take the 2 bus from Cowdenhill Road, Boness station to Versalis, Grangemouth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The bus and train schedule from Bathgate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Falkirk on the Moovit app.

102min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3131
Bus - F49F49
Bus - 22
Walk to Falkirk
Leaves from Library, Bathgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Library, Bathgate
    ID 6290B052
    720 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Livingston
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Springfield Primary School, Linlithgow
    ID 6290LW38
    30 min
  • 4
    Bus - F49F49
    Wait for bus
    F49
    Boness
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cowdenhill Road, Boness
    ID 66902460006
    22 min
  • 6
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Larbert
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Versalis, Grangemouth
    ID 66902220807
    22 min
  • 8
    Walk to Falkirk
    Walk to
    Falkirk
    490 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 104 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 2.

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

    The alternative route takes 102 minutes, using Bus line 31, Bus line F49, Bus line 2.

  • Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Falkirk?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 44 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bathgate to Falkirk?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Edinburgh station near Bathgate in Scotland to Edinburgh Park station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Edinburgh Park station near Falkirk.

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

    The total travel time between Bathgate and Falkirk by train and bus is about 1 hr 44 min.

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

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Edinburgh station near Bathgate in Scotland.

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

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

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