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Why should you book Bolton to Bathgate trains with Omio?
Transpennine Express operates all trains services from Bolton to Bathgate.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Bathgate
Take a train from Bolton to Bathgate and enjoy the approximately 269 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 19:34.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Trains per day 2 |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 19:34 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transpennine Express from Bolton to Bathgate trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Bolton and Bathgate. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 11m
Cheapest Price
£18
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bolton to Bathgate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Bathgate by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bathgate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The train distance from Bolton to Bathgate is 269 km.
The first train from Bolton to Bathgate leaves at 5:47.
The last train from Bolton to Bathgate departs at 19:34.
Trains from Bolton to Bathgate run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton to Bathgate.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bolton to Bathgate.
To travel from Bolton to Bathgate, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Bolton to Bathgate.
The train station in Bolton that goes to Bathgate is Bolton station (BON), and it arrives at Bathgate station (BHG).
Booking trains from Bolton to Bathgate in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bolton to Bathgate offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Pennines and the picturesque landscapes of North West England and Southern Scotland, making it a pleasant and scenic experience.
Bathgate can be explored comfortably in one to two days, allowing time to visit local attractions, enjoy shopping, and savour the local dining scene.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton to Bathgate.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Bathgate
Bolton
Bathgate
The major train station for departures in Bolton is Bolton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bolton for your trip from Bolton to Bathgate.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Parking is not available
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bolton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
The major train station for arrivals in Bathgate is Bathgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bathgate for your journey to Bathgate from Bolton.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 13:40 Saturday 07:00 - 13:40 Sunday 08:00 - 14:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 20
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office building
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Bathgate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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