Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Manchester Airport to Bathgate

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Avanti West Coast
CrossCountry

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Manchester Airport to Bathgate

Trains to Bathgate from Manchester Airport

First train

02:59

Last train

01:13

Departure stationManchester Airport
Arrival stationBathgate
Journey time

From 3h 54m

Distance

183 miles (295 km)

Frequency

16 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

Taking the train from Manchester Airport to Bathgate in 3 hours 54 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Manchester Airport to Bathgate? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 46 minutes to travel the 183 miles (295 km) from Manchester Airport to Bathgate by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 54 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to Bathgate. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Manchester Airport to Bathgate in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bathgate by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Manchester Airport to Bathgate?

Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Airport to Bathgate? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Manchester Airport to Bathgate?

You can get from Manchester Airport to Bathgate by train in 4 hours and 46 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 54 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Manchester Airport to Bathgate take?

The average journey time by train between Manchester Airport and Bathgate is 4 hours and 46 minutes, with around 16 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Manchester Airport and Bathgate by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Airport to Bathgate is 3 hours and 54 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Manchester Airport to Bathgate?

No, there are no direct train services from Manchester Airport to Bathgate. Travelling from Manchester Airport to Bathgate by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Bathgate?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Manchester Airport to Bathgate start at § one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

4. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

5. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

6. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Manchester Airport to Bathgate is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link