- Must visit
No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside No. 1 Royal Crescent, restored to the late 18th century. Best place to understand Bath's Georgian domestic life and design.
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Backwell to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Backwell to Bath will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 39 trains that leave Backwell for Bath on Wed, Aug 05, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Backwell to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Backwell to Bath:
A train is €9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Backwell to Bath costing on average €20.
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 6m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (25m by train vs 53m by car). Tickets start at around €11 compared to roughly €6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Backwell to Bath trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:05 AM Backwell | 0h36 | 6:41 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:44 AM Backwell | 0h27 | 7:11 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:01 AM Backwell | 0h32 | 7:33 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:12 AM Backwell | 0h29 | 7:41 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:42 AM Backwell | 0h29 | 8:11 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 AM Backwell | 0h39 | 8:38 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:14 AM Backwell | 0h28 | 8:42 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:29 AM Backwell | 0h42 | 9:11 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:08 AM Backwell | 0h33 | 9:41 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:47 AM Backwell | 0h24 | 10:11 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:08 AM Backwell | 0h33 | 10:41 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:29 AM Backwell | 0h42 | 11:11 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:06 AM Backwell | 0h28 | 11:34 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:41 AM Backwell | 0h30 | 12:11 PM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:06 PM Backwell | 0h28 | 12:34 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:29 PM Backwell | 0h42 | 1:11 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:07 PM Backwell | 0h27 | 1:34 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:44 PM Backwell | 0h27 | 2:11 PM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:06 PM Backwell | 0h27 | 2:33 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:29 PM Backwell | 0h42 | 3:11 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:06 PM Backwell | 0h27 | 3:33 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:46 PM Backwell | 0h25 | 4:11 PM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:06 PM Backwell | 0h27 | 4:33 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:29 PM Backwell | 0h34 | 5:03 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:05 PM Backwell | 0h38 | 5:43 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:29 PM Backwell | 0h34 | 6:03 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:46 PM Backwell | 0h25 | 6:11 PM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:06 PM Backwell | 0h35 | 6:41 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:47 PM Backwell | 0h24 | 7:11 PM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:06 PM Backwell | 0h30 | 7:36 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:29 PM Backwell | 0h42 | 8:11 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:06 PM Backwell | 0h30 | 8:36 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:29 PM Backwell | 0h37 | 9:06 PM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:47 PM Backwell | 0h24 | 9:11 PM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Backwell to Bath run on average 8 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 1:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
Museum inside No. 1 Royal Crescent, restored to the late 18th century. Best place to understand Bath's Georgian domestic life and design.
Major museum of painting, decorative arts, and fashion in a grand historic building. Strong collection and central location near the Abbey.
Bath's leading museum of decorative arts with ceramics, furniture, and changing displays. Housed in handsome Assembly Rooms surroundings.
Long-distance footpath section encircling Bath's hills and valleys. Excellent for walkers wanting nature, heritage, and superior city viewpoints.
Large landscaped park west of the centre with lawns, botanical gardens, and iconic views toward the Royal Crescent. Ideal for relaxed walking.
Historic cobbled lane below Pulteney Bridge with artisan fronts and riverside charm. One of Bath's prettiest short walks and photo spots.
Bath Bun is a rich sweet bun with currants and crushed sugar, long linked to Georgian Bath tea rooms and the city’s spa-era dining culture.
Sally Lunn Bun is Bath’s famous large brioche-like bun, served sweet or savoury, and associated with one of the city’s oldest historic eating houses.
Bath Chap is a traditional Somerset cured and smoked pig’s cheek or jowl, valued for its rich flavour and old West Country farmhouse roots.
Refined fine dining in a Georgian setting, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service.
Well-known modern Indian restaurant with bold regional flavours, stylish rooms and a strong reputation in central Bath.
Historic bakery and tea room famed for the Sally Lunn Bun. Casual, atmospheric and one of Bath’s classic food stops.
Bath is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels, dining, and attractions are often above average, though buses and casual meals remain manageable for tourists.
Service may be included at restaurants; otherwise tip about 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Bath Spa -> Bath Abbey, Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Backwell to Bath by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Backwell to Bath trains use the Bristol, Airport to Bath Spa station pair, with some services arriving at Oldfield Park. Use this guide to compare Backwell and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nailsea & Backwell is 1 km from Backwell city centre. Public transport options include:
Nailsea & Backwell has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Nailsea & Backwell.
Ticket office support is available at Nailsea & Backwell.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nailsea & Backwell: Parking.
Available at Nailsea & Backwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nailsea & Backwell: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Steep flight of steps to southbound platform, ramped access to northbound platform steeper than 1:12 gradient, no wheelchair access available to trains. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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