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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Bath
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
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 £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for Bath 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 127 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Bath
Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 127 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£69 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m 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.
Live departures
Birmingham to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Bath trains for today, Tuesday 13 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C74848+P22721 | On time 06:41 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h56 | 08:37 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| C75054+P22587 | On time 07:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 09:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| C74850+P22723 | On time 07:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h53 | 09:35 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| C75133+P33032 | On time 08:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h49 | 10:01 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| C72652+P29624 | On time 08:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 10:41 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| C75459+P33035 | On time 09:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h49 | 11:01 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Bath
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Trains from Birmingham to Bath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £13 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 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:12 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Birmingham to Bath trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Bath from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Train from Birmingham to Bath: Journey Details
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.
Taking the Train from Glasgow
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.
Getting into Bath by Train
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.
FAQs: Birmingham to Bath train
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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Bath
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
- Car Park: No
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- 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
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