London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$68

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$104

Fastest journey on Sep 20

2 h 53 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

3 h 1 m

Trains on Sep 20

6

Distance

154 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) without transferring at least once.

  • Great Western RailwayC33026+Elizabeth lineC38455+ThameslinkX07760
    8:55 AM2h53
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    11:48 AMBath Spa (BTH)
    $681One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34799 · W34990+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Paddington+SouthernC82799
    9:01 AM3h25
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    12:26 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    $901One-way
    3 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC33162 · W34799 · W34990
    9:26 AM3h00
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    12:26 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    $1171One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC33161 · C33026
    8:55 AM2h53
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    11:48 AMBath Spa (BTH)
    $1171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayC33160 · C01228 · W34682
    7:59 AM3h22
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    11:21 AMBath Spa (BTH)
    $1171One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, while a train costs an average of $76.

Distance: 95 miles (154 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$76

Average price

$39

Average price

Cheapest

$48

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 14m

Average total duration

3h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 37m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

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National Express

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) is a ferry with an average price of $28.

This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH):

A ferry is $10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) costing on average $39.

A ferry is $48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) costing on average $76.

The fastest way to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) is by ferry with an average journey time of 34m.

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

Train takes on average 2h 17m.

Bus takes on average 3h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport and Bath Spa (BTH) including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from London Gatwick Airport 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 20m sooner (2h 17m by train vs 2h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $76 compared to roughly $48 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

London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC42376 · W346797:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h46
10:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34679+ThameslinkW45700+Elizabeth lineC385188:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h29
10:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayC42377 · C421878:29 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h50
11:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42187+Elizabeth lineC38554+ThameslinkW457318:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h33
11:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayC42378 · C42188
On time
8:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h46
11:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42188+ThameslinkW45697+Elizabeth lineC382019:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h29
11:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayC42203+SouthernX06800+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Paddington
Delayed
9:45 AM 9:27 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
2h32
11:59 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayC42379 · C42203
On time
9:29 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h30
11:59 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34687+ThameslinkC02740+Elizabeth lineC382419:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h35
12:21 PM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayC42380 · C421899:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h47
12:46 PM Bath Spa (BTH)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42189+Elizabeth lineC38284+ThameslinkW4570410:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h30
12:46 PM Bath Spa (BTH)2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH)

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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 but you can travel from only $16 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:10, the last at 18:46. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (154 km) distance in 2h 2m.

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 $16
Distance
95 miles (154 km)
Average train duration
2h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
$35
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
2h 2m
First train
7:10 AM
Last train
6:46 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 $16

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Bath Spa (BTH) from $16. 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 2m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
$35
Great Western Railway frequency
11 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

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
$72
South Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $35, while the average price is around $76.
The train from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) takes 2h 2m and runs 11 per day.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) leaves at 7:10 AM.
The distance by train from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) is 95 miles (154 km).
The last train from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) leaves at 6:46 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH).
There is no direct train service currently available from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH).
The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) is by bus, with a cost of around $16.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa offers picturesque views, especially as you travel through the rolling hills and countryside of southern England, including glimpses of the North Wessex Downs, making it a scenic experience.
A day trip from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 2m. Trains run 11 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH).
Since neither London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH)

Most London Gatwick Airport to Bath Spa (BTH) trains use the London Paddington to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport 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 London
Arrival train stations in Bath
Bath SpaDorchester Street, Bath, BA1 1SU, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre

Bus13 · 20m · $5 · every ~9 min

Bath Spa train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.

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