How to travel from Cambridge to Bath

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Compare bus and train for Cambridge to Bath

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €48.

Distance: 119 miles (193 km)

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€48

Average price

€18

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Cheapest

€44

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 54m

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30m

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5h 20m

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4h 50m

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30m

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3h 17m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Great Western Railway

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National Express

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The cheapest way to travel from Cambridge to Bath is a bus with an average price of €18.

This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Bath:

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to Bath costing on average €48.

The fastest way to travel from Cambridge to Bath is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Bath take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cambridge and Bath including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cambridge to Bath among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 23m sooner (2h 54m by train vs 3h 17m by car). Tickets start at around €48 compared to roughly €44 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.

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from Cambridge to Bath

How to get from Cambridge to Bath by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Cambridge to Bath is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:05 PM5h25
    Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    10:30 PMBath, Bus Station
    181One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:05 PM5h25
    Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    10:30 PMBath, Bus Station
    181One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayG14957+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Great NorthernG27004
    8:45 AM2h59
    Cambridge South
    11:44 AMBath Spa (BTH)
    531One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayG14958+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Great NorthernG27005
    9:42 AM3h03
    Cambridge station (CBG)
    12:45 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    451One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34686+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Great NorthernC93347
    9:16 AM3h02
    Cambridge South
    12:18 PMBath Spa (BTH)
    491One-way
    2 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP76264+Great Western RailwayG14957+Elizabeth lineC38335
    8:18 AM3h26
    Cambridge station (CBG)
    11:44 AMBath Spa (BTH)
    531One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 AM6h25
    Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    10:25 AMBath, Bus Station
    221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:00 PM5h25
    Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    8:25 PMBath, Bus Station
    221One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX728 · NX403
    4:00 PM7h00
    Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    11:00 PMBath, Bus Station
    751One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Cambridge to Bath

Travel 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 Cambridge to Bath.

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There are 2 options to travel between Cambridge and Bath including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Cambridge to Bath is a bus with an average price of €18.

This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Bath:

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to Bath costing on average €48.

The fastest way to travel from Cambridge to Bath is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Bath take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 20m.

The distance from Cambridge to Bath is approximately 119 miles (193 km).
The average frequency per day from Cambridge to Bath is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cambridge and Bath as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cambridge to Bath:
  • Trains mostly depart from Cambridge station (CBG) and arrive in Bath Spa (BTH).
  • Buses mostly depart from Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) and arrive in Bath, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cambridge to Bath, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Great Northern to go to Bath by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Bath by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Cambridge to Bath often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, Oxford, Longford, Cardiff. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bath and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bath to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bath, visitors can unwind at the Thermae Bath Spa, explore Bath Farmers' Market for local produce, and enjoy a scenic walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal. History enthusiasts can visit The Roman Baths and Bath Abbey, while architecture lovers will appreciate The Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge. For a cultural experience, the Fashion Museum and The Jane Austen Centre offer insights into fashion history and the life of the famous author. A boat trip on the River Avon also provides a unique city perspective.
Two to three days in Bath is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, and the Royal Crescent, while also allowing time to enjoy the local cuisine and shopping.

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