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Compare train and coach for Musselburgh to Bathgate
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Musselburgh to Bathgate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 37 km
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Why should you book Musselburgh to Bathgate trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Musselburgh to Bathgate.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Musselburgh to Bathgate.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Musselburgh to Bathgate.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Musselburgh to Bathgate
Trains from Musselburgh to Bathgate run on average 16 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 38m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 22:13 |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Musselburgh to Bathgate trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Musselburgh and Bathgate from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Musselburgh to Bathgate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Musselburgh to Bathgate by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bathgate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Musselburgh and Bathgate
Most Musselburgh to Bathgate trains use the Musselburgh to Bathgate station pair. Use this guide to compare Musselburgh and Bathgate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Musselburgh station do trains to Bathgate leave from?
Getting to Musselburgh from Musselburgh city centre
Musselburgh is 1 km from Musselburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Musselburgh train station facilities and services
Musselburgh has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Musselburgh.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Musselburgh: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Musselburgh: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Musselburgh: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 6, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bathgate station do trains from Musselburgh arrive at?
Getting to Bathgate from Bathgate city centre
Bathgate train station facilities and services
Bathgate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bathgate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bathgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bathgate. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bathgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bathgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bathgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 20, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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