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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH)

Showing times and prices for 22 Jun

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

1 h 4 m

Average duration

1 h 7 m

Trains per day

Distance

58 km

Cheap tickets

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 £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Bath Spa (BTH) 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 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 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 9 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.

16:251h07

Cardiff Central (CDF)

17:32Bath Spa (BTH)

£61One-way

0 changes

17:251h04

Cardiff Central (CDF)

18:29Bath Spa (BTH)

£151One-way

0 changes

15:251h11

Cardiff Central (CDF)

16:36Bath Spa (BTH)

£151One-way

0 changes

09:181h16

Cardiff Central (CDF)

10:34Bath Spa (BTH)

£201One-way

0 changes

15:451h47

Cardiff Central (CDF)

17:32Bath Spa (BTH)

£231One-way

0 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 train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m.

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Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH)

United Kingdom

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

58 km

Average train duration

1h 12m

Cheapest ticket price

£6

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 4m

First train

05:14

Last train

22:30

Price information

Train companies: Great Western Rail trains Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH)

Buy your official Great Western Rail train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) from £8 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 2 min
Cheapest Price: £8

FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH).

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) is £22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Bath Spa (BTH) from Cardiff Central (CDF) is on average 1 h 4 min for the 36 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) leaves at 04: 14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) leaves at 20: 30.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) without having to change trains with Great Western Rail. There are 3 direct trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH), you can count on Great Western Rail for the best way to get you to Bath Spa (BTH). You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Bath Spa (BTH) from Cardiff Central (CDF) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 30.

A day trip to Bath Spa (BTH) from Cardiff Central (CDF) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 4 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) by train is June.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bath Spa (BTH) including taking a coach or train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Bath Spa (BTH)

Cardiff

Bath

The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Bath.

Cardiff Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
Sun: 07:30 - 21:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store

Parking

Car Park: Brewery Car park

Dining

Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
Pret a Manger
Tesco Express

Taxis

Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance

Accessibility

There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.

Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Travelodge Cardiff Central

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.

Ticket Office

Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
Sun: 07:30 - 21:30

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transport options for Cardiff Central

Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)