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

By bus and train

To get from Bathgate to Muirkirk in Scotland, 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 42 bus from Smith Street, Ayr station to Bridge Street, Muirkirk station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 57 min.

237min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 4242
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
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    510 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Ayr
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ayr
    54 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Smith Street, Ayr
    ID 6190272
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Muirkirk
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Bridge Street, Muirkirk
    Ride to bus station
    Bridge Street, Muirkirk
    ID 6180811
    85 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Bathgate to Muirkirk

The distance between Bathgate, Scotland and Muirkirk, Scotland is approximately 96.66 mi, which can typically be travelled in 237 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bathgate to Muirkirk by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Bathgate

Bathgate is located at Bathgate, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Bathgate.

Bus stations close to Bathgate:

  • Bathgate
  • Rail Station, Bathgate
  • Gordon Avenue, Bathgate

Public transport stations close to Muirkirk, Scotland

Muirkirk is located at Muirkirk, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Glasgow Road, Muirkirk.

Bus stations close to Muirkirk:

  • Glasgow Road, Muirkirk
  • Park Avenue, Muirkirk
  • Cairn View, Muirkirk

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 237 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 42.

  • Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Muirkirk in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 57 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bathgate to Muirkirk in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Helensburgh Central station near Bathgate to Glasgow Queen Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Glasgow Queen Street station near Muirkirk in Scotland

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

    The total travel time between Bathgate and Muirkirk in Scotland by train and bus is about 3 hr 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Bathgate to get to Muirkirk in Scotland?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Bathgate and Muirkirk in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Queen Street stop, which is closest to Muirkirk in Scotland.

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