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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Bath
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$196
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Bath will cost around $196 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leicester for Bath on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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.
8:50 AM3h08Leicester11:58 AMBath$1261One-way0 transfers- 9:15 AM3h19Leicester12:34 PMBath$1701One-way0 transfers
5:47 AM3h31Leicester9:18 AMBath$2941One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 AM3h08Leicester11:58 AMBath$1261One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM3h19Leicester12:34 PMBath$1701One-way0 transfers
- 5:47 AM3h31Leicester9:18 AMBath$2941One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leicester to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$123 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Bath:
A bus is $99 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Bath costing on average $123 (€98).
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 14m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (2h 38m by train vs 2h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $123 (€98) compared to roughly $42 (€34) 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
Leicester to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Bath trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4:43 AM Leicester | 4h00 | 8:43 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:07 AM Leicester | 2h54 | 10:01 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 AM Leicester | 3h08 | 11:58 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Bath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Bath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 9:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Leicester to Bath trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Bath from $15 (€12). 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 Leicester to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Bath
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
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