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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Bath
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Bath will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 36 trains that leave Bristol for Bath every day 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 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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Compare train and coach for Bristol to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 19 km
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Live departures
Bristol to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bath trains for today, Wednesday 28 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| P22586 | On time 08:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h13 | 08:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P31569 | On time 08:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h16 | 08:59 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22587 | On time 09:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h11 | 09:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P31296 | On time 09:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h17 | 09:20 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22723 | On time 09:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h12 | 09:35 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P29618 | On time 09:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h11 | 09:41 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Bristol to Bath
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Trains from Bristol to Bath run on average 9 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 11m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bristol to Bath trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Bath from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Bristol to Bath
It's incredibly easy to make the journey from Bristol to Bath by train, with London Paddington-bound services departing Bristol Temple Meads every 10-20 minutes during peak time. Passengers can also enjoy direct trains from Bristol to Bath, with average journey times taking as little as 11 minutes, although evening and weekend services can be slower. What's more, passengers can be flexible with their departure time, with the first service departing Bristol at around 5:30 a.m. and running until 11:20 p.m. in the evening.
Which train companies go from Bristol to Bath?
Rail services from Bristol to Bath are operated by both Great Western Railways and South West Trains.
How long is the train from Bristol to Bath?
On average, journey times between Bristol and Bath are 12 minutes. The slowest routes for trains from Bristol to Bath take approximately 17 minutes.
When are the first and last train of the day from Bristol to Bath?
The first direct train from Bristol to Bath departs at 5:29 a.m. The final direct service of the day departs at 11:20 p.m. Up to 120 rail services depart Bristol bound for Bath every day, with a frequency of five trains per hour during peak times.
What facilities are available on trains from Bristol to Bath?
South West Trains services offer wireless internet access for passengers, along with a trolley catering service serving up refreshments. Great Western Railway trains offer food and drink on most services, along with complimentary wi-fi access for all passengers. First Class upgrades are also available, along with the option to carry bicycles for cyclists who have made a reservation. Both operators provide accessible toilets on-board for disabled passengers, along with luggage storage for convenient travel.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Bristol to Bath?
Departure Station: Trains bound for Bath from Bristol depart Bristol Temple Meads train station. The station is approximately 0.3 miles from the city centre, or around a seven minute walk.
Arrival Station: Trains from Bristol to Bath arrive into Bath Spa railway station. The railway station is just half a mile from the city centre, just a five minute walk.
FAQs: Bristol to Bath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Bath
Wifi
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: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
ShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £1
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
- Cost £10
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible taxis: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
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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