Car Hire in Livingston - West Lothian Hub
Livingston, one of Scotland's new towns, offers modern amenities and excellent transport links at the heart of West Lothian. With the M8 motorway running through, you're equally placed between Edinburgh and Glasgow, making Livingston an ideal base for exploring central Scotland. The town is home to Scotland's largest designer outlet centre, excellent leisure facilities, and is surrounded by fascinating historic sites including Linlithgow Palace (birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots), the Almond Valley heritage centre, and the shale oil heritage of the area. A hire car from Livingston puts all of Scotland's central belt within easy reach.
Livingston and West Lothian
Livingston Designer Outlet
Scotland's largest outlet shopping centre with over 80 designer brands at discounted prices. Free parking.
Almond Valley Heritage Centre
Family-friendly attraction with farm animals, narrow gauge railway, play areas, and shale oil history museum.
Linlithgow Palace
Magnificent ruined royal palace where Mary Queen of Scots was born. Stunning lochside setting.
Five Sisters Zoo
Wildlife conservation zoo in West Calder with big cats, primates, and rescue animals.
Beecraigs Country Park
Country park with red deer, walking trails, loch fishing, and adventure activities.
Driving from Livingston
Main Roads
- • M8 - West to Glasgow (30 mins), East to Edinburgh (20 mins)
- • A71 - Through Whitburn to Kilmarnock
- • A899 - North to Linlithgow
- • A705 - East to Queensferry
- • M9 - North to Stirling via Linlithgow
- • A70 - Southwest through Lanark
Driving Tips
- • Perfect central location between Scotland's two largest cities
- • Designer outlet traffic heavy on weekends - arrive early
- • Good alternatives to M8 via A71 if motorway is busy
- • Easy commute to Edinburgh Airport
Parking
Large free car parks at all shopping centres. Designer Outlet has massive free parking. Town centre car parks mostly free. All attractions have free parking.
Why Hire a Car in Livingston
- Central location - Edinburgh and Glasgow equally accessible
- Cheaper parking and easier driving than cities
- Explore West Lothian's historic sites
- Shopping trips to designer outlet and beyond
- Easy access to Edinburgh Airport
- Good base for central Scotland touring
Nearby Destinations
Local Tip
Combine a trip to Linlithgow Palace with a walk along the Union Canal towpath - it runs from the palace to the Falkirk Wheel, and you can walk as far as you like before driving to meet the path at another point.
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