The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basingstoke to Bath
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basingstoke to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Bath will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Basingstoke for Bath every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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.
15:557h45Basingstoke23:40Bath£141One-way0 changes
13:106h15Basingstoke19:25Bath£181One-way0 changes
13:106h15Basingstoke19:25Bath£181One-way0 changes
15:557h45Basingstoke23:40Bath£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 89 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basingstoke to Bath bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Bath coaches for today, Friday 12 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:55 Basingstoke | 6h35 | 21:30 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basingstoke to Bath
Buses from Basingstoke to Bath run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 20:15. The fastest coach covers the 89 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 89 km |
Average bus duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 4:45 |
Last bus 20:15 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
FAQs: Basingstoke to Bath coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Bath by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Bath
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
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