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No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Bath will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Birmingham to Bath you need to make at least one change.
G01085+
G15469 · G14896
G01180+
G15069
W29862+
C47810
G01133+
G15442
W29868+
G15230
W29862+
C47810
G01140+
C47809
G01138+
G15066
W29868+
G15230
G01133+
G15442Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 127 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£41 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Bath trains for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01180+ G15069 | On time 11:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h25 | 13:58 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W29868+ G15230 | On time 12:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h48 | 14:00 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W29871+ G15013 | On time 12:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h52 | 14:34 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W29873+ G14906 | On time 13:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 15:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W29877+ G15015 | On time 13:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h53 | 15:35 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G01148+ G15231 | On time 14:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h49 | 16:01 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W29882+ G15017 | On time 14:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h52 | 16:34 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W29884+ G15232 | On time 15:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h51 | 17:03 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G01150+ G15019 | On time 15:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h52 | 17:34 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| Friday 28 August | |||||
G01085+ G15469 · G14896 | 5:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h41 | 7:41 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 changes | |
G01088+ G15182 · G14897 | 5:36 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h35 | 8:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 changes | |
G00995+ G14952 | 5:43 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h59 | 8:42 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G00995+ G15061 | 5:43 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h15 | 9:58 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
C00775 · G14953+ L37364 | 5:45 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h33 | 9:18 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 changes | |
G01130+ G15003 | 6:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 8:37 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G01131+ W34472 | 7:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 9:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W29847+ W34974 | 7:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h53 | 9:35 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G01133+ G15442 | 8:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h49 | 10:01 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W29851+ G14900 | 8:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 10:41 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G01135+ C47808 | 9:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h49 | 11:01 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G01138+ G15066 | 9:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h47 | 11:29 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G01140+ C47809 | 10:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h46 | 11:58 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G01144+ G15010 | 10:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h52 | 12:34 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W29862+ C47810 | 11:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h46 | 12:58 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Birmingham to Bath run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:12 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Independent museum of fashion history, dress and changing style, now presented in temporary exhibitions in central Bath.
Compact museum dedicated to Jane Austen’s years in Bath, with period displays, costume and context for her novels.
Sweeping semicircular terrace and lawn, ideal for architecture lovers, photographs and a classic Bath city walk.
Large public park with gardens, walks, play areas and seasonal events, a pleasant green space near the city centre.
Steep hillside viewpoint giving one of Bath’s finest panoramas, especially rewarding at sunrise or sunset.
A soft round bun filled with currants, candied peel and sugar. Closely associated with Bath tea drinking since the 18th century.
A lighter, brioche-like sweet bun topped with crushed sugar and currants. A long-standing Bath speciality linked to spa visitors and Georgian tea rooms.
A hard, dry biscuit traditionally served with wine or cheese. Created in Bath as a refined alternative to richer buns for spa guests.
Smart but welcoming bistro focused on seasonal British cooking with a regularly changing menu and neighbourhood feel.
Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in intimate, polished surroundings near the centre of Bath.
Popular pub by Pulteney Bridge serving well-kept beers and hearty British food in a lively, traditional setting.
Bath is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs in the centre, though buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
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Bath Spa railway station -> Bath Abbey, Bath
Taking the train from Birmingham to Bath is a lengthy journey of between 6 and 8 hours, operated by Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and South West Trains. The longest journey involves one change at Bristol Temple Meads. Other routes change at Carlisle, Wolverhampton, London, Glasgow or Bristol. The first departure from Birmingham Central early in the morning. The last train departs in the early evening, however, there are later departures on overnight sleeper trains. A reduced service operates on Saturdays and Sundays.
Return journeys for trains from Bath to Birmingham are also available.
Glasgow Central Station is a listed Victorian building on the banks of the River Clyde, within walking distance of the city centre. Although not on the underground system, this can be accessed by crossing the river bridge to Bridge Street Station. A large suburban train network operates into Glasgow Central. Frequent city centre buses are run by First Glasgow while buses to outlying areas are operated by McGills and Stagecoach. Taxis are also available at the station.
Bath is a beautiful and compact city with much evidence of its Roman, Medieval and Georgian past. The city has shopping areas, a lively nightlife and is surrounded by the rolling countryside of Somerset and the Cotswolds. Landmarks in the city that should be visited are the Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent and the Jane Austen Centre.
Bath Spa Station was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and is located in the heart of the city centre. All tourist attractions can be accessed on foot. Taxis and local buses depart from outside the station; however, local buses are not very frequent, but the hop-on, hop off tourist bus provides a reliable way of reaching all of Bath's main tourist attractions.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Bath trains use the Birmingham New Street to Bath Spa station pair, with some services arriving at Oldfield Park. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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