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Lancaster to Bathgate trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Lancaster and Bathgate takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancaster to Bathgate. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 53m
Duration
185 mi
Distance
£75
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Lancaster to Bathgate train times

Trains run hourly between Lancaster and Bathgate. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 9:25 PM which arrives into Bathgate at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail9h 13m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 44m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 54m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lancaster to Bathgate? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 185.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Bathgate, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 2h 16m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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