The average train between Manchester and Bathgate takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Manchester and Bathgate. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Bathgate at 12:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Bathgate station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Manchester to Bathgate train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Manchester to Bathgate train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Manchester to Bathgate train tickets online with TransPennine Express and ScotRail.
The distance between Manchester and Bathgate is 284 km. The road distance is 381 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 8m.