The average train between Bathgate and Chester takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Bathgate to Chester. 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 Chester. 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 Chester at 10:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bathgate to Chester? 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 Chester. However, there are services departing from Bathgate station and arriving at Chester station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Bathgate to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
Bathgate to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.
Book your Bathgate to Chester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Bathgate and Chester is 305.4 km. The road distance is 404 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Haymarket to Warrington Bank Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 43m.