The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to London Stansted Airport will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bath for London Stansted Airport on Tue, Jul 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 28 the direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Tue, Jul 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
8:43 AM3h12Bath11:55 AMLondon Stansted Airport$501One-way0 transfers
1:43 PM2h57Bath4:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport$511One-way0 transfers
10:13 AM3h10Bath1:23 PMLondon Stansted Airport$521One-way0 transfers
12:13 PM3h10Bath3:23 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1101One-way0 transfers
1:43 PM2h57Bath4:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport$511One-way0 transfers
10:13 AM3h10Bath1:23 PMLondon Stansted Airport$521One-way0 transfers
12:13 PM3h10Bath3:23 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1101One-way0 transfers
8:43 AM3h12Bath11:55 AMLondon Stansted Airport$501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bath to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $19 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to London Stansted Airport costing on average $52 (€52).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 30m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (2h 28m by train vs 2h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $52 (€52) compared to roughly $44 (€44) 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.
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.
Live departures
Bath to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34513+ P66160+ C37863 | On time 5:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h55 | 8:08 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
G14909+ C37905+ P02901 | On time 5:45 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h52 | 8:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
G14910+ P66208+ C37946 | On time 6:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h54 | 9:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
W34519+ P66230+ C37985 | On time 6:43 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h54 | 9:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
G14911+ C38025+ P66252 | On time 7:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h54 | 10:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
G15082 · G15050+ P02917+ C37656 | On time 7:29 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h08 | 10:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| Tuesday, July 28 | |||||
![]() | 8:43 AM Bath | 3h12 | 11:55 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:13 AM Bath | 3h10 | 1:23 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:13 PM Bath | 3h10 | 3:23 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:43 PM Bath | 2h57 | 4:40 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Bath to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€20) but you can travel from only $19 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 15:13. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€20) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 3:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and London Stansted Airport from $19 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath to London Stansted Airport
Most Bath to London Stansted Airport trains use the Bath Spa to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Bath and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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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