London Heathrow Airport to Bath bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Bath

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£14

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£42

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

2 h 9 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

2 h 10 m

Buses on 20 Sept

40

Distance

133 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Bath will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.

Fast coaches

On Sun 20 Sept, we found 40 buses from London Heathrow Airport to Bath, including 14 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    22:252h10
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    0:35Bath, Bus Station
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:302h25
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    13:55Bath, Bus Station
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:102h15
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    20:25Bath, Bus Station
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:302h25
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    15:55Bath, Bus Station
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:102h15
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    10:25Bath, Bus Station
    £171One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Bath

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £51.

Distance: 133 km

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Coach
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Driving

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£51

Average Price

£40

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 48m

Average total duration

2h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 59m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

National Express

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Great Western Railway

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Heathrow Airport to Bath is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from London Heathrow Airport to Bath:

A coach is £41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to Bath costing on average £51.

The fastest way to travel from London Heathrow Airport to Bath is by train with an average journey time of 1h 38m.

Other travel options to Bath take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Bath including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 2h 18m versus 1h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Bath bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Bath coaches for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX032 · NX40317:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h00
20:25 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX202 · BL3917:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
4h15
22:05 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX202 · BL3918:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
4h00
22:05 Bath, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus18:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h15
20:25 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX40318:10 London Heathrow Airport
2h15
20:25 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX202 · BL3918:30 London Heathrow Airport
3h35
22:05 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX200 · NX40319:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h55
22:10 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX40319:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h55
22:10 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX40320:00 London Heathrow Airport
2h10
22:10 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h10
22:30 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX202 · NX40320:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h19
23:59 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX40321:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h54
23:59 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX40321:50 London Heathrow Airport
2h09
23:59 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus22:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h10
0:35 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NX40322:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h10
1:55 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX40323:45 London Heathrow Airport
2h10
1:55 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
Sunday 20 September
National ExpressNX209 · BL393:10 London Heathrow Airport
5h48
8:58 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX4037:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h30
11:20 Bath, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus8:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h15
10:25 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NX4038:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h10
11:20 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX4039:00 London Heathrow Airport
2h20
11:20 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX200 · BLX399:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
4h04
13:09 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX200 · BLX399:30 London Heathrow Airport
3h39
13:09 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX4039:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
4h00
13:50 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX727 · NX40310:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h05
13:50 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX200 · BLX3911:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
4h05
15:10 Bath, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h25
13:55 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX40311:30 London Heathrow Airport
2h20
13:50 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX202 · NX40312:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h50
15:50 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX727 · NX40312:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h10
15:50 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX200 · BLX3913:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
4h04
17:09 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX40313:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
4h45
17:55 Bath, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus13:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h25
15:55 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX40313:30 London Heathrow Airport
2h20
15:50 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX230 · NX40314:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h20
17:55 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX200 · BLX3915:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h57
19:02 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX40315:30 London Heathrow Airport
2h25
17:55 Bath, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX202 · BLX3916:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
4h01
20:01 Bath, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX240 · NX40316:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
4h25
20:25 Bath, Bus Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book London Heathrow Airport to Bath coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from London Heathrow Airport to Bath.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Heathrow Airport to Bath.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Bath.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Bath.

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Bath.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Bath.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bath

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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Bath run on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:10, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 133 km distance in 2h 5m.

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
Distance
133 km
Average bus duration
2h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
39
Direct buses
11
Fastest bus
2h 5m
First bus
7:10
Last bus
22:15
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
2 days
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

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London Heathrow Airport to BathYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Bath with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£6
FlixBus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest National Express Price
£3
National Express frequency
39 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

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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.

FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Bath coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Bath can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport to Bath is £10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath is 2h 5m to travel the 133 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath leaves at 7:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath leaves at 22:15.
Yes, there are 11 direct coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport to Bath with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Bath. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Heathrow Airport and Bath and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Bath from London Heathrow Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Bath including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Bath depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Bath:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Bath:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Bath with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Bath

Most London Heathrow Airport to Bath buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Bath, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. Use this guide to compare London Heathrow Airport and Bath bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Bath
Bath, Bus StationSouthgate Street, Bath BA1 1TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
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.

Bath, London Road / St. Saviours RoadBath (London Road), Bath BA1 6QA, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road from Bath city centre

Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus779 · 6m
271, X31, 228, 272, 273, X83, 231 · 9m · £2 · every ~14 min
13 · 11m · £2 · every ~9 min
13 · 13m · £2 · every ~9 min

Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road bus station facilities and services

Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. ATMs are available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road: Station accessible via ramps.

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