What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bathgate?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bathgate is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 14h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bathgate?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bathgate is to train and fly which takes 4h 27m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Council Offices via John Dobson Street and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bathgate via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bathgate?

The distance between Cardiff and Bathgate is 397 miles. The road distance is 367.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Bathgate without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bathgate without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 18m and costs £140 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Bathgate?

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Cardiff to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bathgate bus from?

Cardiff to Bathgate bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bathgate train from?

Cardiff to Bathgate train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bathgate is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 18m and costs £140 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 14h 12m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bathgate bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bathgate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Cardiff to Bathgate train arrive?

Cardiff to Bathgate train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bathgate is 368 miles. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Cardiff to Bathgate.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Bathgate?

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Where can I stay near Bathgate?

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Cardiff to Bathgate - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Bathgate by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 18m
£146–245
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
14h 12m
£42–72
Drive 365.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bathgatecar 365.7 mi
7h
£91–131
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4h 27m
£59–135
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
8h 7m
£244–339
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
8h 47m
£143–253
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgatetrain
5h 10m
£56–139
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 19m
£97–181
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 18m
£75–213

Cardiff to Bathgate by train

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7h 18mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Bathgate.

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Distance: 394.9 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

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 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Council Offices via John Dobson Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Princes Street in around 14h 12m.

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