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Bathgate to Cardiff Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bathgate to Cardiff, starting from $86.99 and averaging $86.99. The entire journey takes no more than 6h 16m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:16 6h 29m, 2 change Bathgate	12:45 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
06:40 7h 13m, 2 change Bathgate	13:53 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
08:19 6h 25m, 2 change Bathgate	14:44 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
10:30 6h 16m, 2 change Bathgate	16:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
12:27 6h 19m, 2 change Bathgate	18:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
12:27 7h 39m, 1 change Bathgate	20:06 Paris	Find Tickets

Bathgate to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

06:16

Last train

23:17

Departure city

Bathgate

Arrival city

Cardiff

Journey time

6h 16m

Distance

307 miles

Price

$86.99*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bathgate to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Bathgate to Cardiff during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing off-peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bathgate to Cardiff for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bathgate to Cardiff, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Bathgate to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bathgate to Cardiff train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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