The average train between Bathgate and Cardiff takes 6h 54m and the fastest train takes 6h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Bathgate to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bathgate and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bathgate is at 6:31 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 6h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bathgate to Cardiff? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bathgate station and arriving at Cardiff station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.
Bathgate to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
Bathgate to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Bathgate to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Bathgate and Cardiff is 492.7 km. The road distance is 636 km.
You can take a train from Bathgate to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 7h 40m.