The average train between Bathgate and Manchester takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Bathgate to Manchester. 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 Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bathgate is at 7:52 PM which arrives into Manchester at 11:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bathgate station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Bathgate to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
Bathgate to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Bathgate to Manchester train tickets online with ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bathgate and Manchester is 284 km. The road distance is 381 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 4m.