- Must visit
No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside No. 1 Royal Crescent, restored to the late 18th century. Best place to understand Bath's Georgian domestic life and design.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newbury to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newbury to Bath will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
It's difficult to get from Newbury to Bath without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newbury to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newbury to Bath:
A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newbury to Bath costing on average $31 (€31).
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 59m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 9m by train vs 1h 14m by car). Tickets start at around $31 (€31) compared to roughly $16 (€16) 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 Newbury to Bath trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:59 AM Newbury | 5h45 | 6:44 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:50 AM Newbury | 1h32 | 7:22 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:18 AM Newbury | 1h26 | 7:44 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:52 AM Newbury | 1h28 | 8:20 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Newbury | 1h33 | 8:43 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:42 AM Newbury | 1h27 | 9:09 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Newbury | 1h34 | 9:19 AM Bath | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Newbury to Bath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€27) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€27) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
Museum inside No. 1 Royal Crescent, restored to the late 18th century. Best place to understand Bath's Georgian domestic life and design.
Major museum of painting, decorative arts, and fashion in a grand historic building. Strong collection and central location near the Abbey.
Bath's leading museum of decorative arts with ceramics, furniture, and changing displays. Housed in handsome Assembly Rooms surroundings.
Long-distance footpath section encircling Bath's hills and valleys. Excellent for walkers wanting nature, heritage, and superior city viewpoints.
Large landscaped park west of the centre with lawns, botanical gardens, and iconic views toward the Royal Crescent. Ideal for relaxed walking.
Historic cobbled lane below Pulteney Bridge with artisan fronts and riverside charm. One of Bath's prettiest short walks and photo spots.
Bath Bun is a rich sweet bun with currants and crushed sugar, long linked to Georgian Bath tea rooms and the city’s spa-era dining culture.
Sally Lunn Bun is Bath’s famous large brioche-like bun, served sweet or savoury, and associated with one of the city’s oldest historic eating houses.
Bath Chap is a traditional Somerset cured and smoked pig’s cheek or jowl, valued for its rich flavour and old West Country farmhouse roots.
Refined fine dining in a Georgian setting, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service.
Well-known modern Indian restaurant with bold regional flavours, stylish rooms and a strong reputation in central Bath.
Historic bakery and tea room famed for the Sally Lunn Bun. Casual, atmospheric and one of Bath’s classic food stops.
Bath is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels, dining, and attractions are often above average, though buses and casual meals remain manageable for tourists.
Service may be included at restaurants; otherwise tip about 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Bath Spa -> Bath Abbey, Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newbury 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 Newbury to Bath trains use the Newbury to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Newbury and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Mio Fiore
Wi-Fi is available at Newbury.
Ticket office support is available at Newbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Newbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via liftsand an overbridge to the West of the main station buildings. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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.
Newbury Racecourse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Newbury Racecourse.
Wi-Fi is available at Newbury Racecourse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newbury Racecourse: Parking.
Available at Newbury Racecourse: Bike Parking.
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.
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