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Preston to Bathgate Train Route Details

First train
First train
11:08
Last train
Last train
21:42
Departure city
Departure city
Preston
Arrival city
Arrival city
Bathgate
Journey time
Journey time
2h 53m
Distance
Distance
153 miles
Price
Price
CAD 60.99*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

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11:08
2h 58m, 1 change
Preston
14:06
Bathgate
TransPennine ExpressScotRail
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11:55
3h 11m, 1 change
Preston
15:06
Bathgate
Avanti West CoastScotRail
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13:06
3h, 1 change
Preston
16:06
Bathgate
TransPennine ExpressScotRail
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13:54
3h 12m, 1 change
Preston
17:06
Bathgate
Avanti West CoastScotRail
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15:05
3h 2m, 1 change
Preston
18:07
Bathgate
TransPennine ExpressScotRail
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15:54
3h 11m, 1 change
Preston
19:05
Paris
Avanti West CoastScotRail
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Ticket prices for Preston to Bathgate typically cost around CAD 60.99, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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