The average train between Bathgate and Elgin takes 5h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Bathgate to Elgin. 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 3 hours between Bathgate and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bathgate is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Elgin at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 5h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bathgate to Elgin? 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 Elgin. However, there are services departing from Bathgate station and arriving at Elgin station via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.
Bathgate to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
Bathgate to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Elgin station.
Book your Bathgate to Elgin train tickets online with ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Bathgate and Elgin is 195.3 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a train from Bathgate to Elgin via Haymarket and Aberdeen in around 5h 51m.