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The Roman Baths
Bath’s best-known historic museum complex, preserving the ancient bathing site, temple remains, and major archaeological finds from Roman Britain.
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Longford to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Bath will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
It's difficult to get from Longford to Bath without transferring at least once.
F13626 · C37229+
C00166
F13612 · C37203+
C33028
F13621 · C37190+
C05993
C00166+
C37229 · F13626
C37229+
C00166+
F13652
F13621 · C37190+
C05993
F13612 · C37203+
C33028
C00166+
C37229 · F13626
W10906+
C33034
C00166+
W10894Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Longford to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. 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 $10, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Longford to Bath:
A bus is $62 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Longford to Bath costing on average $78 (€64).
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 22m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 1h 47m by car). Tickets start at around $78 (€64) compared to roughly $66 (€54) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Bath trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C05993+ C37190 · F13621 | 1:21 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h51 | 3:12 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
C33028+ F13653 | 1:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h17 | 3:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
C33028+ W10882 | 1:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h05 | 3:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
C33028+ F13612 · C37203 | 1:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h02 | 3:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
C33028+ W10882 | 1:47 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h00 | 3:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
C33028+ C37203 · F13612 | 1:51 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h56 | 3:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
C00166+ F13652 | 2:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h17 | 4:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
C00166+ F13652 · C37229 | 2:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h17 | 4:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
C00166+ W10894 | 2:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h05 | 4:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
C00166+ F13626 · C37229 | 2:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h02 | 4:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
C00166+ W10894 | 2:47 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h00 | 4:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
C00166+ F13626 · C37229 | 2:51 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h56 | 4:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Longford to Bath run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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.

Most Longford to Bath trains use the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bath Spa station pair, with some services arriving at Oldfield Park. Use this guide to compare Longford and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5 is 2 km from Longford city centre. Public transport options include:
Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Gordon Ramsay Plane Food, Caviar House & Prunier, Aspire Lounge and Spa
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Longford, Heathrow Terminal 5: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5, Premier Inn London Heathrow Terminal 5, Sofitel London Heathrow.
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 options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: 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.
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