- 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 on Oct 21
$60
Average ticket price on Oct 21
$90
Fastest journey on Oct 21
3 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Oct 21
3 h 8 m
Trains on Oct 21
6
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Bath will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Bath without transferring at least once.
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G14957
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G14958+
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G14957
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G15007Trains from Brighton to Bath run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:13, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 1:13 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bath trains for today, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W45477+ G14951+ C38337 | On time 5:06 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h13 | 8:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
W45420+ C37328+ G14952 | On time 5:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h16 | 8:42 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
G88555+ G15004 | On time 5:36 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h03 | 9:39 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
W45541+ G14953+ C37343 | On time 5:56 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h22 | 9:18 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
L80059+ G15005+ C09942 · C83035 | On time 5:58 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h40 | 10:38 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 3 transfers | |
W45478+ W34680+ C38283 | 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h09 | 11:18 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
G26664+ G15007 | 8:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h23 | 11:36 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
W45424+ G14957+ C38339 | 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h05 | 11:44 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
G88591+ G15009 | 9:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h23 | 12:36 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
W45479+ W34686+ C38380 | 9:14 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h04 | 12:18 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
W45428+ G14958+ C38422 | 9:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h01 | 12:45 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
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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 Brighton 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 Brighton to Bath trains use the Brighton to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, 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.
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