How far is it from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The distance between Bothwell and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 55 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The drive from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) takes approximately 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The fastest route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) covers 55 km with a driving time of approximately 45 min.

Which direction is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) from Bothwell?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) lies roughly to the east of Bothwell.

Which roads does the route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) follow?

The drive from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) mainly follows M8.

Which towns do you pass between Bothwell and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Towns on the route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) include Hamilton, Cumbernauld, Livingston, Broxburn, Dunfermline.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Bothwell and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Along the route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) you can fill up at Asda (24/7), Shell (24/7), BP. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Bothwell and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Along the route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) you can stop for the night or service your van at Strathclyde Park Camping & Caravan Site, Mosshall Farm Caravan Park.

Bothwell Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Distance: 55 kmDrive time: 45 min

Driving from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) takes about 45 min via M8. The distance is 55 km. The straight-line distance is 47 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Kirkwood GB, Drumpellier, Bridge Castle, Ratho Station, Kirkliston. Driving directions

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Driving directions17 · 55 km

1 Depart right onto Main Street 207 m
2 Continue straight onto Hamilton Road 718 m
3 Turn left onto Bellshill Road 651 m
4 Enter rotary slightly left onto Bellshill Road 259 m
5 Exit rotary slightly left onto Bellshill Road 2 km
6 Continue straight onto Bellshill Bypass 4 km
7 Take exit slightly left 42 km
8 Take exit slightly left 2 km

9 Continue straight 548 m
10 Take exit slightly left 348 m
11 Enter rotary left onto Edinburgh Road 44 m
12 Exit rotary slightly left onto Edinburgh Road 622 m
13 Turn right 3 km
14 Turn right onto Main Street 2 km
15 Enter roundabout slightly left 95 m
16 Exit roundabout slightly left 126 m
17 Arrive straight

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The return trip from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bothwell covers roughly the same distance, 55 km.

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How far is it from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?: The distance between Bothwell and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 55 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?: The drive from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) takes approximately 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?: The fastest route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) covers 55 km with a driving time of approximately 45 min.
Which direction is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) from Bothwell?: Edinburgh Airport (EDI) lies roughly to the east of Bothwell.
Which roads does the route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) follow?: The drive from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) mainly follows M8.
Which towns do you pass between Bothwell and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?: Towns on the route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) include Hamilton, Cumbernauld, Livingston, Broxburn, Dunfermline.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Bothwell and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?: Along the route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) you can fill up at Asda (24/7), Shell (24/7), BP. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Bothwell and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?: Along the route from Bothwell to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) you can stop for the night or service your van at Strathclyde Park Camping & Caravan Site, Mosshall Farm Caravan Park.

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