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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Bath

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$44

Fastest journey

49 m

Average duration

52 m

Trains per day

Distance

97 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Reading to Bath will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Reading for Bath on Wed, Jul 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .

On Wed, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 54 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.

10:28PM0h53

Reading

11:21PMBath

$291One-way

0 transfers

11:25AM0h53

Reading

12:18PMBath

$431One-way

0 transfers

10:25AM0h53

Reading

11:18AMBath

$471One-way

0 transfers

10:55AM0h49

Reading

11:44AMBath

$511One-way

0 transfers

12:03AM0h56

Reading

12:59AMBath

$511One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Reading to Bath

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. 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 €17, and a train costs an average of €24.

Distance: 59 miles (96 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€49 Average price	€23 Average price Cheapest
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Reading to Bath train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, July 8

Last updated at 5:56 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
P08272 · P09897	On time 7:25 AM Reading station (RDG)	1h10	8:35 AM Oldfield Park (OLF)	1 transfer
P08272	On time 7:25 AM Reading station (RDG)	0h53	8:18 AM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect
P08273 · P09898	On time 7:55 AM Reading station (RDG)	1h18	9:13 AM Oldfield Park (OLF)	1 transfer
P08273	On time 7:55 AM Reading station (RDG)	0h53	8:48 AM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect
P08274	On time 8:25 AM Reading station (RDG)	0h55	9:20 AM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect
P08274 · P08964	On time 8:25 AM Reading station (RDG)	1h09	9:34 AM Oldfield Park (OLF)	1 transfer
P08275	On time 8:55 AM Reading station (RDG)	0h55	9:50 AM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect
P08275 · P09825	On time 8:55 AM Reading station (RDG)	1h18	10:13 AM Oldfield Park (OLF)	1 transfer
P08276	On time 9:25 AM Reading station (RDG)	0h53	10:18 AM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect
P08276 · P09900	On time 9:25 AM Reading station (RDG)	1h12	10:37 AM Oldfield Park (OLF)	1 transfer
P08277 · P09911	On time 9:55 AM Reading station (RDG)	1h21	11:16 AM Oldfield Park (OLF)	1 transfer
P08277	On time 9:55 AM Reading station (RDG)	0h51	10:46 AM Bath Spa (BTH)	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Reading to Bath

United Kingdom

Trains from Reading to Bath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) 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 $22 (€17)

Distance

59 miles (96 km)

Average train duration

54m

Cheapest ticket price

$30 (€24)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

47m

First train

00:04

Last train

23:37

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $22 (€17)

Train companies: Great Western Rail and first_great_western from Reading to Bath trains

Find the best trains between Reading and Bath with Omio's travel partners Great Western Rail and first_great_western from $26 (€21). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best 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. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Reading to Bath train information:

Average Duration: 49 min
Cheapest Price: $26

FAQs: Trains from Reading to Bath

FAQs: Travel by train from Reading 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 Reading to Bath.

Cheap train tickets from Reading to Bath can start from as little as $27 (€22) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Reading to Bath is $54 (€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 Reading to Bath train travel time is 49 min for the 60 mile (96 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Reading to Bath leaves at 12: 03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Reading to Bath leaves at 11: 37 PM.

Yes, there are 8 direct trains a day from Reading to Bath with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Reading to Bath, you can count on Great Western Rail or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Bath. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Reading to Bath and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 37 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Reading, which is located around 0.2 miles (415 m) 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 Reading is worth doing with a journey time of 49 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

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

You have options as you can travel from Reading to Bath 2 different ways: train or bus.