Livingston group travel, sorted
Livingston was built as a new town in the 1960s, and it's spread out. The two railway stations are at opposite ends, the shopping centre is in the middle, and a lot of the housing estates are a fair walk from any of them. If you're getting a group together from different parts of town, a minibus doing the rounds is far easier than arranging lifts.
Popular trips
- Edinburgh Airport. About 20 minutes along the M8 and A8 on a quiet day.
- Glasgow. Concerts at the Hydro, nights out, Glasgow Airport. Roughly 40 minutes along the M8.
- Edinburgh nights out. We drop off in the city centre and collect at the time you've booked.
- Works events. Plenty of businesses in Livingston's industrial estates use us for staff parties and away days.
Closer to home
The Centre and the Designer Outlet are popular for shopping trips, and we get bookings from groups coming in from further away to spend a day there. Almond Valley Heritage Centre is a farm and museum rolled into one, which makes it a solid choice for school trips and nursery outings. The Five Sisters shale bing near West Calder is worth a look on the way past, as one of the best-known landmarks in West Lothian.
Tip for big groups
If you've got more than 24 people, look at a coach rather than two minibuses. It's often cheaper, everyone travels together, and there's one pick-up time to manage. The booking form will show you both options side by side.
Prices and journey times from Livingston
| Journey | Distance | Drive | 8 seats from | 16 seats from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingston to Edinburgh Airport | 9 mi | ~25 min | £118 | £227 |
| Livingston to Edinburgh Waverley Station | 17 mi | ~45 min | £103 | £212 |
| Livingston to Edinburgh city centre | 17 mi | ~45 min | £103 | £212 |
| Livingston to Murrayfield Stadium | 14 mi | ~40 min | £103 | £212 |
| Livingston to Glasgow Airport | 44 mi | ~70 min | £215 | £318 |
One-way prices for a weekday daytime pick-up, taken from our current rates. Late nights, weekends, returns and your exact address can change the figure, so use the booking form for the real price.
Questions about minibus hire in Livingston
How long does it take to get from Livingston to Edinburgh Airport?
It's about 9 miles by road, usually around 25 minutes outside rush hour. Leave more time for early-morning and Friday-evening flights. A one-way 8-seat minibus currently starts from £118.
Do you pick up from both Livingston stations?
Yes. Livingston North and Livingston South are both in our place list, or you can type any address in town.
