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London to Bath train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Bath

Showing times and prices for Mar 16

Cheapest price

$63

Average price

$63

Fastest journey

1 h 17 m

Average duration

1 h 27 m

Trains per day

Distance

155 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Bath will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave London for Bath every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Mar 16 the direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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.

Cheapest

G45641

09:31AM1h50

London Paddington (PAD)

11:21AMBath Spa (BTH)

$631One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

G45665

12:30PM1h17

London Paddington (PAD)

01:47PMBath Spa (BTH)

$631One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

G45660

09:00AM1h28

London Paddington (PAD)

10:28AMBath Spa (BTH)

$631One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

G45662

10:30AM1h19

London Paddington (PAD)

11:49AMBath Spa (BTH)

$631One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

G45664

11:30AM1h22

London Paddington (PAD)

12:52PMBath Spa (BTH)

$631One-way

0 transfers

Live departures

London to Bath train times train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday, March 15

Last updated at 8:48 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Great Western Rail \| G68304	On time 9:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)	1h19	10:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Rail \| G68305	On time 9:30 AM London Paddington (PAD)	1h15	10:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Rail \| G68307	On time 10:28 AM London Paddington (PAD)	1h17	11:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Rail \| G70279	On time 10:45 AM London Paddington (PAD)	1h12	11:57 AM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Rail \| G68308	On time 11:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)	1h21	12:21 PM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Bath?

The best time to book your train from London to Bath is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Bath route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Bath per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Bath.

Trains

from $41

Buses

from $13

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Bath

Trains from London to Bath run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€34) but you can travel from only $10 (€9) by bus.

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 $10 (€9)

Distance

96 miles (155 km)

Average train duration

1h 37m

Cheapest ticket price

$40 (€34)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 14m

First train

06:35

Last train

23:33

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $10 (€9)

Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway and first_great_western from London to Bath trains

For as little as $38 (€33) you can travel by train from London to Bath with Great Western Rail, South Western Railway and first_great_western. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

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.

London to Bath train information with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 1 h 14 min
Cheapest Price: $38

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.

London to Bath train information with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 2 h 46 min
Cheapest Price: $44

Train tickets from London to Bath: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	32 €
2 weeks earlier	24 €	33%
3 weeks earlier	19 €	68%
1 month before	19 €	68%
2 months earlier	18 €	78%
3 months earlier	18 €	78%

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The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:

Buying your train ticket from London - Bath 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 68% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
If you book a ticket London - Bath with 2 months in advance you save up to about 78% compared to the initial price.
By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 78%.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Bath

FAQs: Travel by train from London to Bath easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Bath.

Cheap train tickets from London to Bath can start from as little as $35 (€30) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Bath is $50 (€43); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London to Bath train time is 1 h 14 min covering the 96 mile (155 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London to Bath leaves at 3: 42 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London to Bath leaves at 11: 45 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Bath without having to change trains with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. There are 7 direct trains from London to Bath each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best London to Bath train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Rail, South Western Railway or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between London and Bath to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 45 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Paddington, which is located around 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bath Spa, located 0.1 miles (133 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Bath from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 14 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from London to Bath by train is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Bath including taking a train or bus.

Popular train stations from London to Bath

London

Bath

The major train station for departures in London is London Paddington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Paddington for your trip from London to Bath.

London Paddington Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

Wasabi
The Beer House
Barburrito
Upper Crust
The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
The Pasty Shop
Burger King
Pret a Manger
The Savanna
Soboro Bakery
& more

Taxis

Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.

Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel