The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Cheapest price
$208
Average price
$276
Fastest journey
6 h 34 m
Average duration
6 h 46 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
512 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around $276 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $208.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH) without transferring at least once.
G80056+
C33034+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington11:00 AM6h47Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:47 PMBath Spa (BTH)$2081One-way2 transfers
C01936+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
C330289:00 AM6h47Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:47 PMBath Spa (BTH)$2081One-way2 transfers
G80048+
C00166+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington10:00 AM6h47Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:47 PMBath Spa (BTH)$2121One-way2 transfers
C01940+
W29886+
Y4170410:30 AM6h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:04 PMBath Spa (BTH)$3251One-way2 transfers
W29886+
Y4170410:08 AM6h56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:04 PMBath Spa (BTH)$3511One-way1 transfer
C01940+
W29886+
Y4170410:30 AM6h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:04 PMBath Spa (BTH)$3251One-way2 transfers
G80056+
C33034+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington11:00 AM6h47Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:47 PMBath Spa (BTH)$2081One-way2 transfers
C01936+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
C330289:00 AM6h47Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:47 PMBath Spa (BTH)$2081One-way2 transfers
G80048+
C00166+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington10:00 AM6h47Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:47 PMBath Spa (BTH)$2121One-way2 transfers
W29886+
Y4170410:08 AM6h56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:04 PMBath Spa (BTH)$3511One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $65.
Distance: 318 miles (512 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $77 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $179 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH):
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH) costing on average $77 (€63).
A bus is $98 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH) costing on average $158 (€129).
Other travel options to Bath Spa (BTH) take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 21m.
Bus takes on average 13h 35m.
The journey is about 34m faster (6h 21m by train vs 6h 55m by car) and roughly $22 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($158 (€129) vs $179 (€147)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80050+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34707 | On time 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h20 | 4:20 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
W29885+ C47813 | On time 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h56 | 5:01 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
G80054+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C42195 | On time 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h21 | 5:21 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
G01151+ W34518 | On time 11:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h06 | 6:11 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
G25707+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C42196 | On time 11:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h21 | 5:46 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
C02030+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34720 | On time 11:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h49 | 6:19 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
C01936+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C33028 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h47 | 3:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
G01147+ C01234 | On time 9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h03 | 4:11 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 318 miles (512 km) distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 318 miles (512 km) |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 5:26 AM |
Last train 5:00 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Bath Spa (BTH) from $23 (€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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Bath Spa (BTH)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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