Bath to Stansted train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Stansted

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£50

Average price

£51

Fastest journey

2 h 59 m

Average duration

3 h 5 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

189 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bath to Stansted will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Bath for Stansted every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.

Great Western Rail
10:133h12
Bath
13:25Stansted
£501One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
12:133h00
Bath
15:13Stansted
£501One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
09:133h12
Bath
12:25Stansted
£501One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
08:133h00
Bath
11:13Stansted
£521One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
06:582h59
Bath
09:57Stansted
£521One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bath to Stansted

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 189 km

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Coach

£42

Average Price

£31

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 39m

Average total duration

6h 9m

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30m

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Live departures

Bath to Stansted train times

The table below shows live departures for Bath to Stansted trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western07:43 Bath
3h01
10:44 Stansted0 changesdirect
great_western09:13 Bath
2h58
12:11 Stansted0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bath to Stansted

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Trains from Bath to Stansted run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 2h 55m.

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 £22
Distance
189 km
Average train duration
2h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
2h 55m
First train
00:30
Last train
22:54
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 £22

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Bath to Stansted trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Bath and Stansted from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£27
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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

FAQs: Bath to Stansted train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Stansted 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 Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Stansted is primarily a transport hub, so a visit typically requires a day or less, mainly for transit purposes. If exploring nearby attractions, consider extending your stay to a couple of days.
The train journey from Bath to Stansted offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque English countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
The train distance from Bath to Stansted is 189 km.
Booking trains from Bath to Stansted in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Bath to Stansted can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The train journey from Bath to Stansted covers a distance of 189 km and takes approximately 2h 55m. Trains run 2 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Bath to Stansted is by coach, costing approximately £22.
The first train from Bath to Stansted leaves at 0:30.
The train station in Bath that goes to Stansted is Bath Spa (BTH), and it arrives at Stansted Airport (SSD).
The last train from Bath to Stansted departs at 22:54.
A day trip from Bath to Stansted is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 55m. However, trains run twice per day.
Trains from Bath to Stansted run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bath to Stansted.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bath to Stansted.
Yes, you can take the train from Bath to Stansted.
There is no night train service from Bath to Stansted.
To get from Bath to Stansted, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Stansted

Bath
Stansted
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Starbucks
  • Dashi Bath
  • Be At One
  • Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramp access & staff assistance.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Travelodge Bath Waterside
  • The Z Hotel Bath
  • The Royal Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: At rear and side of station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • The information office is located by Platform 1.
Public transport options for Bath Spa
  • Bus lines: 700, A4
  • Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oldfield Park
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road

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