🚌 Bus from Edinburgh to Bathgate
5 direct routes · about 65 min · first bus 06:00, last bus 23:20 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X18 | Lothian Country Buses | ~65 min | 37 | 06:00 | 23:20 | St Andrew's House (opp) |
| X27 | Lothian Country Buses | ~110 min | 26 | 04:47 | 23:25 | St Andrew's House (opp) |
| X28 | Lothian Country Buses | ~110 min | 24 | 06:17 | 22:55 | St Andrew's House (opp) |
| N18 | Lothian Country Buses | ~52 min | 2 | 00:20 | 03:20 | Leith Street (Stop JA) |
| N28 | Lothian Country Buses | ~102 min | 1 | 00:05 | 00:05 | Leith Street (Stop JA) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Edinburgh on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Edinburgh to Bathgate?
5 routes run directly from Edinburgh to Bathgate: the X18 (Lothian Country Buses), the X27 (Lothian Country Buses), the X28 (Lothian Country Buses), the N18 (Lothian Country Buses), the N28 (Lothian Country Buses).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh to Bathgate?
Around 65 minutes on the X18, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh to Bathgate?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X18) leaves around 06:00 and the last around 23:20. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh to Bathgate?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.