Bath to London train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western RailwayC47810+South Western RailwayL79414
    13:002h49
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    15:49London Waterloo (WAT)
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayC48648+South Western RailwayL79470
    18:052h56
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    21:01London Waterloo (WAT)
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG15017+South Western RailwayL79453
    16:352h44
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    19:19London Waterloo (WAT)
    £381One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG15012+South Western RailwayL79420
    13:352h41
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    16:16London Waterloo (WAT)
    £381One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG15010+South Western RailwayL79409
    12:352h41
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    15:16London Waterloo (WAT)
    £381One-way
    1 change

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Compare train and coach for Bath to London

The cheapest option from Bath to London is coach, with an average price of £9. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bath to London among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Distance: 155 km

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Coach

£39

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£9

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Cheapest option

3h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 30m

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Additional time*

3h 8m

Average total duration

2h 38m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Live departures

Bath to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Bath to London trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG1490010:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h26
12:09 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC47808+South Western RailwayL79392
On time
11:03 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h46
13:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG1490111:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h23
12:36 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15066 · W35227
On time
11:31 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h28
12:59 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15008+South Western RailwayL7939811:35 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h42
14:17 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
Great Western RailwayG1490211:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
13:07 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC47809+South Western RailwayL79403
On time
11:59 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h50
14:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG1490312:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h21
13:34 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15010+South Western RailwayL79409
On time
12:35 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h41
15:16 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34490
On time
12:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
14:05 London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC47810+South Western RailwayL79414
On time
13:00 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h49
15:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34493
On time
13:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
14:35 London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15070 · W35231
On time
13:28 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h31
14:59 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15012+South Western RailwayL79420
On time
13:35 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h41
16:16 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG1490413:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
15:07 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34498
On time
14:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h23
15:36 London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15013+South Western RailwayL79431
On time
14:35 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h41
17:16 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG1490514:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
16:07 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1490615:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
16:37 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15074 · W35236
On time
15:30 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h30
17:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15015+South Western RailwayL79441
On time
15:37 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h42
18:19 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG1490715:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
17:05 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1490816:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
17:35 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15017+South Western RailwayL79453
On time
16:35 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h49
19:24 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34510
On time
16:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
18:05 London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34513
On time
17:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h26
18:39 London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1490917:45 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h23
19:08 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC48648+South Western RailwayL79470
On time
18:05 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h56
21:01 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG1491018:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
19:37 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35025+South Western RailwayL79476
On time
18:37 Bath Spa (BTH)
3h28
22:05 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW3451918:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
20:07 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1491119:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h23
20:36 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15082 · W35242
On time
19:29 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h32
21:01 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15022+South Western RailwayL79482
On time
19:38 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h34
22:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW3452319:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h25
21:08 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14912
On time
20:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
21:35 London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15025+South Western RailwayL79493
On time
20:40 Bath Spa (BTH)
3h15
23:55 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG14913
On time
21:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
22:35 London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15086 · W35247
On time
21:23 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h38
23:01 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG14914
On time
22:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h46
23:59 London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34530
On time
23:05 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h37
0:42 London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Friday 3 July
Great Western RailwayW34957+South Western RailwayL793305:16 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h58
8:14 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
Great Western RailwayW344565:35 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
6:57 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG148936:02 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
7:26 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34961+South Western RailwayL793366:10 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h33
8:43 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
Great Western RailwayG148946:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h26
8:09 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG148957:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h16
8:29 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15001+South Western RailwayL793537:35 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h47
10:22 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
Great Western RailwayG148967:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
9:05 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG148978:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h21
9:34 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG148988:44 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
10:06 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW344729:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h32
10:45 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15062 · W352239:22 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h37
10:59 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
Great Western RailwayG148999:43 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
11:07 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15442+South Western RailwayL7938010:03 Bath Spa (BTH)
2h46
12:49 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3447710:13 Bath Spa (BTH)
1h21
11:34 London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bath to London.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bath to London?

The best time to book your train from Bath to London is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bath to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bath to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bath to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bath to London

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Typically, there are 10 trains per day from Bath to London, including 7 direct trains, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 1h 21m.

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
Coach from £4
Distance
155 km
Average train duration
2h 30m
Lowest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 21m
First train
0:07
Last train
23:40
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
70 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to London trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and London from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
£28
Great Western Railway frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
£17
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£99
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Bath to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to London by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Bath to London is 155 km.
The first train from Bath to London leaves at 0:07.
The last train from Bath to London departs at 23:40.
Trains from Bath to London run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bath to London.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bath and London. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Bath to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bath to London.
The train station in Bath that goes to London is Bath Spa (BTH), and it arrives at London Paddington (PAD).
Booking trains from Bath to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bath to London offers views of the picturesque English countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages, making it a pleasant and scenic experience.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from Bath to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bath and London

Most Bath to London trains use the Bath Spa to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Bath and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bath
Arrival train stations in London
Bath SpaDorchester Street, Bath, BA1 1SU, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre

Bus13 · 20m · £4 · every ~9 min

Bath Spa train station facilities and services

Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.

Oldfield ParkOldfield Park station, Brook Road, Bath Spa, Somerset, BA2 3RSParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre

Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads, Weymouth - Cardiff Central, London Paddington - Weston-super-Mare, Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central, Frome - Bristol Temple Meads, Westbury, Weymouth - Bristol Temple Meads, London Paddington - Taunton, Portsmouth & Southsea - Cardiff Central, Portsmouth Harbour - Bristol Temple Meads, Salisbury - Bristol Temple Meads, Fratton - Bristol Temple Meads, Warminster - Bristol Temple Meads, Weymouth - Gloucester, Frome - Cardiff Central, Warminster - Gloucester, Salisbury - Worcester Foregate Street, Bath Spa - Filton Abbey Wood, Bath Spa - Bristol Temple Meads, Southampton Central - Bristol Temple Meads, Yeovil Pen Mill - Gloucester, Frome - Gloucester, Portsmouth & Southsea - Bristol Temple Meads, Salisbury - Worcester Shrub Hill, Salisbury - Cheltenham Spa, Frome - Bristol Parkway, Portsmouth Harbour - Bristol Parkway, Bath Spa - Bristol Parkway, Portsmouth & Southsea - Bristol Parkway, Weymouth - Bristol Parkway, Castle Cary - Gloucester, Southampton Central - Cardiff Central · 2m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus12 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
R3 · 11m · £2
716 · 29m
20 · 34m · every ~2 min

Oldfield Park train station facilities and services

Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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