- Must visit
The Roman Baths
Bath’s best-known heritage site, preserving the ancient Roman bathing complex and temple at the city’s hot springs. A core stop for understanding the city’s history.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trowbridge to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trowbridge to Bath will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Trowbridge for Bath on Fri, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 23 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trowbridge to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Trowbridge to Bath:
A train is $0.95 (€0.78) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Trowbridge to Bath costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Bus takes on average 46m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (21m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $4 (€4) 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.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
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 Trowbridge to Bath trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:18 PM Trowbridge | 0h18 | 8:36 PM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
![]() | 7:42 AM Trowbridge | 0h23 | 8:05 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:08 AM Trowbridge | 0h21 | 8:29 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Trowbridge to Bath run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 18m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
Bath’s best-known heritage site, preserving the ancient Roman bathing complex and temple at the city’s hot springs. A core stop for understanding the city’s history.
A restored Georgian townhouse museum showing how affluent residents lived in 18th-century Bath. Strong choice for architecture and period interiors.
The city’s public art gallery with historic and modern works, temporary exhibitions, and a central riverside location near Pulteney Bridge.
A grand Georgian boulevard linking the centre with the Holburne Museum. It is one of Bath’s most elegant walking routes and a favourite for photography.
Riverside gardens in the city centre with flower displays and postcard views toward Pulteney Bridge. Popular for relaxed breaks and scenic photos.
A large park beside the Royal Crescent with lawns, walks, and broad views. It is one of Bath’s most useful open spaces for a break from sightseeing.
A rich, sweet yeast bun studded with currants and topped with crushed sugar. It is one of Bath’s best-known historic baked specialties.
Bath’s famous large, light brioche-like bun, traditionally served sweet with cinnamon butter or preserves, or savoury with toppings. It is strongly associated with the city.
A dry, crisp biscuit created in Bath and traditionally eaten with cheese or wine. It is a classic local specialty with Georgian roots.
Bath’s best-known fine dining restaurant, offering tasting menus and polished modern British cuisine in an upscale hotel setting.
Long-established independent restaurant offering modern European cooking in an elegant Georgian dining room. Good for a refined but relaxed meal.
Popular seafood restaurant known for fish and chips, oysters, and a lively but polished atmosphere. A strong choice for classic British seafood in Bath.
Bath is pricier than many UK cities, especially for hotels and dining, though pubs, chains and lunch deals can help keep daily costs down.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. No tip is expected for pubs or counter service. Round up taxi fares; hotel tipping is optional.
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Bath Spa, Bath -> Bath Abbey, Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trowbridge 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 Trowbridge to Bath trains use the Trowbridge to Bath Spa station pair, with some services arriving at Oldfield Park. Use this guide to compare Trowbridge and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Trowbridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Trowbridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Trowbridge.
Ticket office support is available at Trowbridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trowbridge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trowbridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trowbridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Westbury bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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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