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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Bathgate takes 8h 3m and the fastest train takes 6h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Bathgate. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 3m
Duration
395 mi
Distance
£158
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Cardiff to Bathgate train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Bathgate. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Bathgate at 11:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail20h 43m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 14m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 16m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 53m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 16m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 53m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 16m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 53m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 16m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 53m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 16m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 53m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 14m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 13m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 13m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 3m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Bathgate? 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 Cardiff to Bathgate.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 394.9 mi
  • Duration: 8h 3m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bathgate via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 21m.

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