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King John's House and Heritage Centre
Local heritage museum in a medieval building, with exhibits on Romsey’s people, trades and daily life through the centuries.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 15 m
Trains on 05 Sept
6
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Romsey is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Romsey will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 6 trains from Bath to Romsey, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
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C42277Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Romsey among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £50, while a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 74 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£50 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (1h 17m by train vs 1h 33m by car). Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Bath to Romsey run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 22:35 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Local heritage museum in a medieval building, with exhibits on Romsey’s people, trades and daily life through the centuries.
Working historic mill with interpretive displays on water power, flour production and the River Test’s role in the town.
Historic country house near Romsey with public rooms, estate history displays and art-filled interiors open on selected dates.
Formal riverside gardens in the town centre with flower beds, seating and paths beside the Abbey and River Test.
Historic market square by the Abbey, often busy on market days and a good starting point for seeing central Romsey.
Large country park on Romsey’s edge with woodland walks, open grassland and access to the River Test valley.
A Hampshire pub classic of local pork sausages with creamy mashed potato and onion gravy, commonly served in traditional inns around Romsey.
A traditional Hampshire dish of cured ham, often from nearby farms, served thick-cut. It is prized for the county’s long pork-curing heritage.
Fresh trout from Hampshire’s clear chalk streams, usually simply cooked to highlight the county’s renowned river fishing tradition.
Popular casual spot for coffee, brunch and light lunches in the town centre, with a friendly atmosphere and dependable homemade fare.
Smart modern restaurant at The Cromwell Arms, known for polished British cooking, steaks and a comfortable gastropub atmosphere.
Established country pub near Romsey serving classic British meals, local drinks and generous portions in a cosy, traditional interior.
Moderate for southern England. Accommodation and dining cost more than in smaller UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés may have tip jars, but tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Romsey 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 Romsey, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bath to Romsey trains use the Bath Spa to Romsey station pair. Use this guide to compare Bath and Romsey train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Oldfield Park.
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Romsey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Romsey.
Wi-Fi is available at Romsey.
Ticket office support is available at Romsey.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Romsey: Parking.
Available at Romsey: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Romsey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access with both platforms able to be accessed step free, platform 1 is via local roads and up a long access ramp. Platform 2 is through the ticket office or night entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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