Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$46

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$65

Fastest journey on Sep 20

3 h 21 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

3 h 24 m

Trains on Sep 20

21

Distance

166 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) without transferring at least once.

  • Great Western RailwayW34739+Elizabeth lineC37377+ThameslinkX07734
    7:19 PM3h31
    Brighton station (BTN)
    10:50 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    $461One-way
    2 transfers
  • ThameslinkX07735+Elizabeth lineC37358+Great Western RailwayW34734
    6:19 PM3h29
    Brighton station (BTN)
    9:48 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    $461One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34742+ThameslinkW45784+Elizabeth lineC38210
    8:16 PM3h22
    Brighton station (BTN)
    11:38 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    $461One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC00803+SouthernC82301+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Paddington
    8:40 PM3h32
    Brighton station (BTN)
    12:12 AMBath Spa (BTH)
    $461One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW35001+SouthernC93237
    10:30 AM3h55
    Brighton station (BTN)
    2:25 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    $531One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, while a train costs an average of $75.

Distance: 103 miles (166 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$75

Average price

$38

Average price

Cheapest

$47

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 58m

Average total duration

4h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 59m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) is a bus with an average price of $38.

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH):

A bus is $37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) costing on average $75.

The fastest way to travel from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Bath Spa (BTH) take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton station (BTN) and Bath Spa (BTH) including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 53m by train vs 2h 59m by car). Tickets start at around $75 compared to roughly $47 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

Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) train times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SouthernG88564+Great Western RailwayW349848:00 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h26
11:26 AM Bath Spa (BTH)1 transfer
ThameslinkX07760+Elizabeth lineC38455+Great Western RailwayC330268:17 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h31
11:48 AM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers
SouthernG88569+Great Western RailwayW349909:00 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h26
12:26 PM Bath Spa (BTH)1 transfer
SouthernC82255+Great Western RailwayC33163 · W346909:10 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h41
12:51 PM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers
SouthernC82255+Great Western RailwayW34690+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Paddington9:10 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h41
12:51 PM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers
ThameslinkX07758+Elizabeth lineC37371+Great Western RailwayW346909:19 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h32
12:51 PM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers
SouthernC93232+Great Western RailwayC330959:30 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h58
1:28 PM Bath Spa (BTH)1 transfer
SouthernC82257+Great Western RailwayC01223+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Paddington9:40 AM Brighton station (BTN)
4h11
1:51 PM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers
SouthernG88575+Great Western RailwayC3309510:00 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h28
1:28 PM Bath Spa (BTH)1 transfer
ThameslinkX07739+Elizabeth lineC37281+Great Western RailwayC0122310:19 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h32
1:51 PM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers
SouthernC93237+Great Western RailwayW3500110:30 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h55
2:25 PM Bath Spa (BTH)1 transfer
SouthernG26300+Great Western RailwayW34811 · W35001+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Paddington10:31 AM Brighton station (BTN)
3h54
2:25 PM Bath Spa (BTH)3 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains with Omio?

Southern as well as Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink and more offer trains services from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH).

Why book with Omio vs Southern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH).
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southern with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH)

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Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 but you can travel from only $24 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:36, the last at 14:44. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 2h 34m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $24
Distance
103 miles (166 km)
Average train duration
2h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
$53
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
2h 34m
First train
7:36 AM
Last train
2:44 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $24

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) and Bath Spa (BTH) from $24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 34m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
$53
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
3h 14m
Cheapest Southern Price
$59
Southern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
$71
Thameslink frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) 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 Spa (BTH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $53, while the average price is around $75.
The train from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) takes 2h 34m and runs 12 per day.
The first train from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) leaves at 7:36 AM.
The distance by train from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) is 103 miles (166 km).
The last train from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) leaves at 2:44 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH).
There is no direct train service currently available from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH).
The cheapest way to get from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) is by bus, with a cost of around $24.
The train journey from Brighton to Bath Spa offers scenic views of the rolling hills of the South Downs and the picturesque countryside of the West Country, providing travelers with a pleasant and visually appealing experience.
A day trip from Brighton to Bath Spa is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 34m. Trains run 8 times per day over a distance of 103 miles (166 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH).
Since neither Brighton station (BTN) nor Bath Spa (BTH) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Bath Spa (BTH) include Keynsham, Chippenham, Bristol, Trowbridge, Swindon.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH)

Most Brighton station (BTN) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains use the Brighton to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton station (BTN) and Bath Spa (BTH) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Brighton
Arrival train stations in Bath
BrightonBrighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom+44 345 127 2920WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre

Bus37, 52 · 4m · $1 · every ~6 min

Brighton train station facilities and services

Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.

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