Travel Guides
To get to West Lothian, you can drive or take the train. If you're coming from Edinburgh, take the M8 westbound and exit at junction 3 for Livingston. From Glasgow, take the M8 eastbound and exit at the same junction. If you're taking the train, there are stations in Bathgate, Livingston North and Livingston South. Bathgate is on the Edinburgh-Glasgow line, while Livingston North and South are on the Glasgow Central line.
Alternatively, if you're coming from the south, you can take the M74 towards Glasgow and then follow the instructions above. If you're coming from the north, take the A9 towards Edinburgh and then pick up the M8 westbound.
If you're already in West Lothian and looking for suggestions for things to see and do, why not visit Linlithgow Palace, the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, or the Five Sisters Zoo in Polbeth? You could also take a stroll along the Union Canal or explore the beautiful country parks in the area, such as Beecraigs and Almondell.
The closest airport to West Lothian is Edinburgh Airport, located approximately 10 miles away. To reach West Lothian from the airport, you can take the M8 motorway or the A8 road. Depending on traffic, the journey can take anywhere from 20 to 45 minutes.