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Outbound fromBathgate to Carlisle by train
It takes an average of 1h 53m to travel from Bathgate to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 75 miles (120 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Bathgate to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from £13.50 when you book in advance.
Take the train from Bathgate to Carlisle in 1 hour 33 minutes
If you want to travel from Bathgate to Carlisle by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Bathgate to Carlisle by train to take around 1 hour 53 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 18 trains per day running on this route, which spans 75 miles (120 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Carlisle. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Bathgate to Carlisle start from £13.50 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Bathgate to Carlisle
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bathgate to Carlisle is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.