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.
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.

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No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Bathgate station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Lancaster to Bathgate train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Bathgate train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Lancaster to Bathgate train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Lancaster and Bathgate is 213.2 km. The road distance is 298 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 6m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.