First train | 06:16 | |
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Last train | 23:19 | |
Departure station | Bathgate | |
Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
Journey time | From 6h 16m | |
Distance | 306 miles (493 km) | |
Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Lumo |
If you want to know more about the journey from Bathgate to Cardiff Central by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Bathgate to Cardiff Central by train is 10 hours 1 minute, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours 16 minutes. You'll usually find 13 trains per day travelling the 306 miles (493 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Cardiff Central. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway on your way to Cardiff Central, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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