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No. 1 Royal Crescent
Restored Georgian townhouse museum showing how an upper-class Bath home was furnished and lived in during the late 18th century.
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$174
Fastest journey
4 h 17 m
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Bath will cost around $174 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 7 trains that leave York for Bath on Wed, Jun 03, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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 York to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$150 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 York to Bath:
A bus is $109 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Bath costing on average $150 (€121).
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 46m.
You'll arrive about 36m sooner (3h 45m by train vs 4h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $150 (€121) compared to roughly $81 (€65) 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 York to Bath trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01176 · W29851+ G14900 | On time 6:24 AM York station (YRK) | 4h17 | 10:41 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
C01905+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ G14956 | On time 6:30 AM York station (YRK) | 4h15 | 10:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
G01135+ C47808 | On time 6:42 AM York station (YRK) | 4h19 | 11:01 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
W29925 · G01138+ G15066 | On time 7:25 AM York station (YRK) | 4h04 | 11:29 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
G01140+ C47809 | On time 7:43 AM York station (YRK) | 4h15 | 11:58 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
C01949+ W34686+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | On time 8:04 AM York station (YRK) | 4h14 | 12:18 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from York to Bath run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€43) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
Restored Georgian townhouse museum showing how an upper-class Bath home was furnished and lived in during the late 18th century.
Bath’s public art museum in a grand Georgian building, known for fine and decorative arts, temporary exhibitions, and its setting at the end of Great Pulteney Street.
Small museum-style attraction interpreting Jane Austen’s Bath years, Regency culture, and the city that shaped parts of her fiction.
Broad Georgian boulevard leading to the Holburne Museum, valued for its grand proportions, elegant terraces, and cinematic Bath atmosphere.
Riverside city-centre gardens with floral displays and classic views toward Pulteney Bridge and Bath Abbey; popular for relaxed scenic breaks.
Large public park beside the Royal Crescent with lawns, avenues, botanical planting, and open space ideal for walks and city views.
A rich sweet yeast bun glazed with sugar and studded with currants, long associated with Georgian Bath tea rooms.
A crisp, dry biscuit created in Bath and traditionally served with cheese or sweet accompaniments at tea.
Bath's most famous local bread, a large light enriched bun served sweet or savoury in the historic Sally Lunn style.
Bath fine dining destination offering tasting menus and polished service in an elegant hotel setting.
Long-established modern European restaurant with refined seasonal cooking in an intimate Georgian setting.
Popular seafood restaurant known for fish and chips, shellfish, and a lively but polished atmosphere.
Bath is pricier than many UK cities, especially for hotels and central dining, though pubs, cafés and lunch deals can help keep daily costs down.
Service is often included in restaurants. If not, tip about 10-12.5% for good service. In pubs, tipping is not expected. Round up taxi fares; hotel tips are optional.
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