The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Bath
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Bath will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lancaster for Bath on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 301 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 4 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lancaster to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a train costs an average of €54.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€90 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lancaster to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Bath trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:50 AM Lancaster | 5h44 | 10:34 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:58 AM Lancaster | 5h04 | 1:02 PM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Lancaster to Bath trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast as well as Transport for Wales offer trains services from Lancaster to Bath. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Lancaster to Bath.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Lancaster to Bath.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Avanti West Coast tickets can be bought on Avanti West Coast's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Transport for Wales to help you choose the right option for your journey from Lancaster to Bath.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Lancaster to Bath.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Bath
Trains from Lancaster to Bath run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€54) but you can travel from only $59 (€47) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 18:59. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€54) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 18:59 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Lancaster to Bath trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Lancaster and Bath from $59 (€47). 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 Lancaster to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lancaster to Bath
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 (south end)120 Stands Platform 3 (middle) 16 Platform 4 (North End), 12 Stands Platform 5, 40 Stands
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station rear entrance adjacent to platform 3.
- 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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