How far is it from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

The distance between Bathgate and Glasgow Airport (GLA) is 39 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

The drive from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) takes approximately 55 min by car.

What is the best route from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

The fastest route from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) covers 39 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.

Which direction is Glasgow Airport (GLA) from Bathgate?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) lies roughly to the west of Bathgate.

Which roads does the route from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) follow?

The drive from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) mainly follows M8.

Which towns do you pass between Bathgate and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

Towns on the route from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) include Armadale, Hamilton, East Kilbride, Glasgow, Paisley.

Are there charging stations between Bathgate and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA), including 109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow (350 kW); Roadchef Bothwell Services (350 kW); Caledonian Retail Park, Glasgow Road (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 478.

Bathgate Glasgow Airport (GLA)

Distance: 39 miDuration: 55 min

Driving from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) takes about 55 min via M8. The distance is 39 mi. The straight-line distance is 31 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Windyknowe, Bargeddie, Queen's Park, Glasgow City, Stobcross (historical), Ralston. Driving directions

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Driving directions25 · 39 mi

1 Depart onto North Bridge Street 1 mi
2 Enter roundabout left onto Menzies Road 10 yd
3 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Menzies Road 1 mi
4 At roundabout, take exit right onto Whitburn Road 1 mi
5 Enter roundabout left onto Whitburn Road 89 yd
6 Exit roundabout left onto Whitburn Road 1 mi
7 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Whitburn Road 1 mi
8 Enter rotary slightly left 102 yd
9 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
10 Enter roundabout left 69 yd
11 Exit roundabout left 1 mi
12 Enter rotary slightly left 1 mi
13 Exit rotary slightly left 18 mi

14 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
15 Enter rotary slightly left 25 yd
16 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
17 Keep slightly right 1 mi
18 Keep slightly right 8 mi
19 Continue straight 1 mi
20 Keep slightly right 7 mi
21 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
22 Enter rotary straight onto Barnsford Road 1 mi
23 Exit rotary straight onto Barnsford Road 2 mi
24 Turn right onto Walkinshaw Road 1 mi
25 Arrive onto Walkinshaw Road

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The return trip from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bathgate covers roughly the same distance, 39 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

478 chargers

109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow, Scotland, G5 0BA350 kW
Roadchef Bothwell ServicesRoadchef Bothwell Services, G71 8BG350 kW
Caledonian Retail Park, Glasgow RoadCaledonian Retail Park, Glasgow Road, Wishaw, ML2 7UR300 kW
Duke Street, GlasgowDuke Street, Glasgow, Scotland, G31 5NZ300 kW
Motherwell Road, HamiltonMotherwell Road, Hamilton, Scotland, ML3 6AD300 kW

EV Charging Points

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Popular destinations close by

Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Whitehill, South Lanarkshire23 mi · 35 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Milngavie12 mi · 25 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Sheddens13 mi · 30 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Stanely5 mi · 15 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Loanhead, Renfrewshire5 mi · 10 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → North Clippens6 mi · 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 September 2026.

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How far is it from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: The distance between Bathgate and Glasgow Airport (GLA) is 39 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: The drive from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) takes approximately 55 min by car.
What is the best route from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: The fastest route from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) covers 39 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.
Which direction is Glasgow Airport (GLA) from Bathgate?: Glasgow Airport (GLA) lies roughly to the west of Bathgate.
Which roads does the route from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) follow?: The drive from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) mainly follows M8.
Which towns do you pass between Bathgate and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: Towns on the route from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA) include Armadale, Hamilton, East Kilbride, Glasgow, Paisley.
Are there charging stations between Bathgate and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Bathgate to Glasgow Airport (GLA), including 109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow (350 kW); Roadchef Bothwell Services (350 kW); Caledonian Retail Park, Glasgow Road (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 478.

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