The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Peterborough
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£120
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Peterborough will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bath for Peterborough every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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.




Live departures
Bath to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Peterborough trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:43 Bath | 3h03 | 12:46 Peterborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:13 Bath | 3h04 | 17:17 Peterborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Peterborough
Trains from Bath to Peterborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:23, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 03:23 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bath to Peterborough trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Peterborough from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bath to Peterborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Peterborough 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 Peterborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Peterborough
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
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