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Trip Overview

The average train between Bathgate and Cardiff takes 7h 18m 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.

7h 18m
Duration
395 mi
Distance
£158
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Bathgate to Cardiff train times

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 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 7h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 35m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 45m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales13h 37m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 27m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 23m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 14m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 27m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 23m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 14m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 27m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 23m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 14m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 27m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 23m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 14m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 27m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 23m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 14m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 28m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 24m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 11m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 17m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Bathgate to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 395 mi
  • Duration: 7h 18m

What companies run services between Bathgate, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Bathgate to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 7h 39m.

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