Manchester to Bathgate train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Bathgate

Showing times and prices for 12 Jun

Cheapest price

£53

Average price

£53

Fastest journey

5 h 7 m

Average duration

5 h 7 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

284 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bathgate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Bathgate will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Bathgate every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Avanti West Coast
    8:245h07
    Manchester
    13:31Bathgate
    £531One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Bathgate

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bathgate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £104.

Distance: 284 km

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Flight

£53

Average Price

£21

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Cheapest

£104

Average Price

5h 37m

Average total duration

5h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 25m

Average total duration

6h 55m

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30m

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6h 40m

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3h 40m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Manchester to Bathgate train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bathgate trains for today, Thursday 11 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
TransPennine Express6:26 Manchester
3h39
10:05 Bathgate1 change
TransPennine Express8:24 Manchester
3h41
12:05 Bathgate1 change
Northern Trains Limited8:53 Manchester
4h11
13:04 Bathgate2 changes
TransPennine Express10:24 Manchester
3h41
14:05 Bathgate1 change
Northern Trains Limited10:53 Manchester
4h15
15:08 Bathgate2 changes
TransPennine Express12:24 Manchester
3h42
16:06 Bathgate1 change
Northern Trains Limited12:53 Manchester
3h53
16:46 Bathgate2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Bathgate

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Trains from Manchester to Bathgate run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 19:52. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 5h 7m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance
284 km
Average train duration
5h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£53
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
5h 7m
First train
4:57
Last train
19:52
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Bathgate trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Bathgate from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 39m
Cheapest Price
£96
TransPennine Express frequency
7 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
£92
Northern Trains Limited frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Manchester to Bathgate train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Bathgate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £53, while the average price tends to be around £53.
The train journey from Manchester to Bathgate covers a distance of 284 km and takes approximately 5h 7m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Bathgate is 284 km.
The first train from Manchester to Bathgate leaves at 4:57.
The last train from Manchester to Bathgate departs at 19:52.
Trains from Manchester to Bathgate run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Bathgate.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Bathgate.
To get from Manchester to Bathgate, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Bathgate.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Bathgate is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Bathgate station (BHG).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bathgate is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Manchester 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 Manchester to Bathgate offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with stretches through the picturesque landscapes of the Pennines and the scenic countryside of southern Scotland, making it a visually pleasant trip.
A day trip from Manchester to Bathgate is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 7m, which exceeds the 120-minute limit for a day trip. The frequency of trains is 4 per day, and the distance is 284 km.
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 Manchester to Bathgate.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Bathgate

Manchester
Bathgate
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Bathgate.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
  • 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: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: on Platform 4/5
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
  • 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
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.​​​​​​​

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