The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
It's difficult to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH) without transferring at least once.
L47467+
P09911
L47459+
P08386
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+
P08275
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+
P08274
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+
P08276
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+
P08275
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+
P08277
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+
P08276
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+
P08274
L47459+
P08386Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
€57 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h56 | 5:20 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ P08274 | On time 8:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h56 | 10:20 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
L47459+ P08386 | On time 8:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h46 | 11:36 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ P08275 | On time 8:54 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h50 | 10:44 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
L47467+ P09911 | On time 9:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h52 | 12:12 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ P08276 | On time 9:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h54 | 11:18 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ P08277 | On time 9:54 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h50 | 11:44 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH) by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Nov 07
Nov 08
Nov 09
Nov 10
Nov 11
Nov 12
Nov 13
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 19:23 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Bath Spa (BTH) from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
South Western Railway
FAQs: Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- 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
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- 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
Most popular train connections from London Waterloo (WAT)
More options for your journey from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
