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It takes an average of 5h 37m to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Bathgate by train, over a distance of around 176 miles (284 km). There are normally 43 trains per day travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Bathgate and tickets for this journey start from £44.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:52 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Arrival station | Bathgate | |
| Journey time | From 3h 40m | |
| Distance | 176 miles (284 km) | |
| Frequency | 43 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £44.60 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bathgate in 3 hours 40 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bathgate? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 37 minutes to travel the 176 miles (284 km) from Manchester Piccadilly to Bathgate by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 43 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 Piccadilly to Bathgate in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £44.60. 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.
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Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Bathgate? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly 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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.