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Worthing Museum and Art Gallery
Town museum with archaeology, costume, social history and fine art displays that introduce Worthing and the surrounding area.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Worthing among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, while a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 152 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£82 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Worthing:
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Worthing costing on average £82.
Other travel options to Worthing take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 27m.
Tickets start at around £82 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-51.37. The journey takes 2h 51m versus 2h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Bath to Worthing run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 0:37 |
Last train 21:13 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Town museum with archaeology, costume, social history and fine art displays that introduce Worthing and the surrounding area.
Contemporary gallery on the seafront showing changing exhibitions, craft and visual art in an attractive Victorian shelter.
Creative studios and exhibition spaces in converted seafront shelters, good for seeing local artists and buying original work.
Long pebble beach and promenade ideal for strolling, cycling and sea views, with easy access to the pier and town centre.
South Downs hillfort and open downland above Worthing, favoured for panoramic walks, wildlife and sunset views.
Large public park with formal gardens, boating lake and sports facilities, popular for relaxed walks near the town centre.
Fresh crab landed on the Sussex coast, prized for sweet meat and served simply in sandwiches, salads or dressed whole.
A classic Sussex fish dish of smoked haddock baked with spinach, hard-boiled eggs and cream, long associated with county cookery.
A rich suet pudding from Sussex enclosing a whole lemon with butter and sugar, a distinctive historic county dessert.
Smart neighbourhood restaurant serving modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients and a calm, intimate atmosphere.
Popular casual spot for sourdough pizza, small plates and drinks, with a lively and contemporary town-centre feel.
Long-running local restaurant focused on fresh fish and shellfish, offering an unfussy dining room and coastal favourites.
Moderate for a south coast town. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in London or Brighton.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Worthing 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 Worthing, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bath to Worthing trains use the Bath Spa to Worthing station pair. Use this guide to compare Bath and Worthing 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.
Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Worthing.
Ticket office support is available at Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worthing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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