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No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ilford to Bath
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 10 m
Buses on 18 Sept
1
Distance
170 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ilford to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to Bath will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Fast coaches
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from Ilford to Bath, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.
20:303h10Ilford23:40Bath£71One-way0 changes
- 20:303h10Ilford23:40Bath£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Ilford to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilford to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £45, while a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Ilford to Bath is a train with an average price of £45.
The fastest way to travel from Ilford to Bath is by train with an average journey time of 1h 47m.
Yes, you can take a train between Ilford and Bath.
Live departures
Ilford to Bath bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Bath coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 20:30 Ilford | 3h10 | 23:40 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ilford to Bath
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Take a bus from Ilford to Bath and enjoy the approximately 170 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 22:00.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £45
Distance 170 km |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
First bus 6:30 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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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
Train from £45
Complete guide to Bath
Things to do in Bath
Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
- Recommended
Fashion Museum Bath
Independent museum of fashion history, dress and changing style, now presented in temporary exhibitions in central Bath.
- Recommended
The Jane Austen Centre
Compact museum dedicated to Jane Austen’s years in Bath, with period displays, costume and context for her novels.
- Must visit
Royal Crescent
Sweeping semicircular terrace and lawn, ideal for architecture lovers, photographs and a classic Bath city walk.
- Recommended
Royal Victoria Park
Large public park with gardens, walks, play areas and seasonal events, a pleasant green space near the city centre.
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Alexandra Park
Steep hillside viewpoint giving one of Bath’s finest panoramas, especially rewarding at sunrise or sunset.
- Vegetarian
Bath Bun
A soft round bun filled with currants, candied peel and sugar. Closely associated with Bath tea drinking since the 18th century.
- Vegetarian
Bath Oliver
A lighter, brioche-like sweet bun topped with crushed sugar and currants. A long-standing Bath speciality linked to spa visitors and Georgian tea rooms.
- Vegetarian
Bath Oliver Biscuit
A hard, dry biscuit traditionally served with wine or cheese. Created in Bath as a refined alternative to richer buns for spa guests.
Menu Gordon Jones
Smart but welcoming bistro focused on seasonal British cooking with a regularly changing menu and neighbourhood feel.
Olive Tree Restaurant
Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in intimate, polished surroundings near the centre of Bath.
The Boater
Popular pub by Pulteney Bridge serving well-kept beers and hearty British food in a lively, traditional setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Bath is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs in the centre, though buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.40
- Day pass
- £6.50
To the city centre
Bath Bus Station -> Bath Abbey, Bath
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Most Bath buses accept contactless payment; First Bus Tap On, Tap Off caps adult bus travel at the day ticket price.
- Bath Spa railway station and the historic centre are walkable from Bath Bus Station, so you may not need a bus for central sights.
FAQs: Ilford to Bath coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford 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.
The earliest coach from Ilford to Bath leaves at 6:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Ilford to Bath leaves at 22:00.
When departing from Ilford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road) . When arriving in Bath , you can end your route in coach stations like Bath, Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bath, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Ilford to Bath is March.
Yes, you can take a train between Ilford and Bath.
No, the coach from Ilford to Bath has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Ilford to Bath.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Ilford to Bath.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Ilford to Bath.
No, luggage for the coach from Ilford to Bath needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Ilford to Bath.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Ilford to Bath.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Ilford to Bath.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Ilford to Bath.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and Bath
Most Ilford to Bath buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Bath, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilford and Bath bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Ilford
Arrival bus stations in Bath
Which Bath station do buses from Ilford arrive at?
Buses from Ilford to Bath arrive at Bath, Bus Station. Bath, Bus Station is from Bath city centre.
Bath, Bus StationSouthgate Street, Bath BA1 1TP, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Bath, Bus Station from Bath city centre
Bus1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
Bath, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Bath, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café and fast food options (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bath, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, Bus Station: Ramps, assistance.
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