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 £35 - £55 and takes 12h 55m.

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 17m and costs £80 - £210.

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 Kingsway GD and arriving at Council Offices via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

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 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bathgate?

The distance between Cardiff and Bathgate is 381 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 17m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 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 Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD 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 17m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bathgate bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bathgate bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 6h 57m 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 - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Bathgate by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 18m
£58–140
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
13h 40m
£36–96
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 17m
£85–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Livingston Bus Terminal Stance Dmegabus 902
12h 55m
£37–52
Drive 365.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bathgate365.7 mi
6h 57m
£91–132
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgate
5h 2m
£52–134
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Bathgate
4h 17m
£82–203
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 11m
£76–208
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 10m
£62–224
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
8h 44m
£62–542

Cardiff to Bathgate by train

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Distance: 378.8 mi
Duration: 4h 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 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Livingston Bus Terminal Stance D, and Bus Terminal in around 12h 55m.

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