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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 32 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Bath Spa (BTH) every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
W35431 · Y415655:071h50Cardiff Central (CDF)6:57Bath Spa (BTH)£301One-way1 change- G15191 · G1491016:581h13Cardiff Central (CDF)18:11Bath Spa (BTH)£311One-way1 change
- W349748:271h10Cardiff Central (CDF)9:37Bath Spa (BTH)£311One-way0 changes
- G1501916:271h07Cardiff Central (CDF)17:34Bath Spa (BTH)£311One-way0 changes
- Y41690 · G1508620:001h21Cardiff Central (CDF)21:21Bath Spa (BTH)£311One-way1 change
- G1501011:301h04Cardiff Central (CDF)12:34Bath Spa (BTH)£311One-way0 changes
- G1501715:301h04Cardiff Central (CDF)16:34Bath Spa (BTH)£311One-way0 changes
- G1501212:301h04Cardiff Central (CDF)13:34Bath Spa (BTH)£311One-way0 changes
- G1500810:301h04Cardiff Central (CDF)11:34Bath Spa (BTH)£311One-way0 changes
- G150069:281h05Cardiff Central (CDF)10:33Bath Spa (BTH)£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 58 km
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£24 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35431 · Y41565 | On time 5:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h50 | 6:57 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15001 | 6:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h06 | 7:34 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15178 · G14897 | On time 6:57 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h14 | 8:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15003 | 7:27 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h10 | 8:37 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15184 · G15062 | 8:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h19 | 9:19 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| W34974 | 8:27 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h10 | 9:37 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15185 · C48131 | 9:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h20 | 10:20 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15006 | 9:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h05 | 10:33 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15186 · G15164 | 10:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h25 | 11:25 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15008 | 10:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h04 | 11:34 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15187 · G14903 | 11:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h11 | 12:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15010 | 11:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h04 | 12:34 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15188 · W34493 | 12:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h11 | 13:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15012 | 12:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h04 | 13:34 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y41669 · W34498 | 13:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h11 | 14:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15013 | 13:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h05 | 14:35 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15189 · G14906 | 14:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h11 | 15:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15015 | 14:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h05 | 15:35 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y41675 · G14908 | 14:59 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h12 | 16:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15017 | 15:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h04 | 16:34 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15190 · W34513 | 15:59 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h12 | 17:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15019 | 16:27 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h07 | 17:34 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15191 · G14910 | 16:58 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h13 | 18:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| W35025 | 17:27 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h09 | 18:36 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y41684 · Y41598 | 17:58 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h23 | 19:21 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| G15022 | 18:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h07 | 19:37 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15025 | 19:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h11 | 20:39 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y41690 · G15086 | 20:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h21 | 21:21 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| W35045 | 20:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h08 | 21:38 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15193 · G14914 | 21:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h12 | 22:12 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
| W35091 | 21:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h09 | 22:39 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15197 · Y41623 | 22:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h32 | 0:02 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Bath Spa (BTH) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) 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 Spa (BTH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Bath Spa (BTH)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains use the Cardiff Central to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and Bath Spa (BTH) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central 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 and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa 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 and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
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