How to get from Whitburn to Linlithgow by bus and train?

From Whitburn to Linlithgow by bus and train

To get from Whitburn to Linlithgow in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the X18 bus from Cross, Whitburn station to Gordon Avenue, Bathgate station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Haymarket station to Linlithgow station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The bus and train schedule from Whitburn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Linlithgow on the Moovit app.

83min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X18X18
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Cross, Whitburn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cross, Whitburn
    ID 6290W07
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X18X18
    Wait for bus
    X18
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gordon Avenue, Bathgate
    ID 6290B014
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bathgate
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    26 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 8
    Ride to train station Linlithgow
    Ride to train station
    Linlithgow
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Whitburn to Linlithgow by bus and train via 72, SCOTRAIL and SCOTRAIL

To get from Whitburn to Linlithgow in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 72 bus from Cross, Whitburn station to Lady Place, Eliburn station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Haymarket station to Linlithgow station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The bus and train schedule from Whitburn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Linlithgow on the Moovit app.

92min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7272
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Cross, Whitburn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cross, Whitburn
    ID 6290W07
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Winchburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lady Place, Eliburn
    ID 6290LE17
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Livingston North
    780 m • 10 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    22 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 8
    Ride to train station Linlithgow
    Ride to train station
    Linlithgow
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Whitburn to Linlithgow

The distance between Whitburn, Scotland and Linlithgow, Scotland is approximately 67.71 km, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Whitburn to Linlithgow by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Whitburn to Linlithgow

To check the bus and train schedule from Whitburn to Linlithgow using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Whitburn) and destination (Linlithgow), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Whitburn to Linlithgow by bus and train via 72, SCOTRAIL and SCOTRAIL

To get from Whitburn to Linlithgow in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 72 bus from Cross, Whitburn station to Lady Place, Eliburn station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Haymarket station to Linlithgow station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The bus and train schedule from Whitburn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Linlithgow on the Moovit app.

92min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7272
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Cross, Whitburn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cross, Whitburn
    ID 6290W07
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Winchburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lady Place, Eliburn
    ID 6290LE17
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Livingston North
    780 m • 10 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    22 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 8
    Ride to train station Linlithgow
    Ride to train station
    Linlithgow
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Whitburn to Linlithgow?

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Bus line X18, Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Whitburn to Linlithgow?

    The alternative route takes 92 minutes, using Bus line 72, Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Whitburn and Linlithgow in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Whitburn to Linlithgow in Scotland?

    The X18 bus line goes from Cross, Whitburn station near Whitburn to Gordon Avenue, Bathgate station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Gordon Avenue, Bathgate station near Linlithgow in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Whitburn to Linlithgow in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Whitburn and Linlithgow in Scotland by bus and train is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Whitburn to get to Linlithgow in Scotland?

    Get on the X18 bus from the Cross, Whitburn stop near Whitburn in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Whitburn and Linlithgow in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Gordon Avenue, Bathgate station, which is closest to Linlithgow in Scotland.

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