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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 22 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 22 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.
7:151h22Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)8:37Bath Spa (BTH)£301One-way0 changes
- 7:151h22Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)8:37Bath Spa (BTH)£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 58 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH):
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH) costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Bath Spa (BTH) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 58m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (1h 8m by train vs 1h 25m by car). Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH)
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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 07:45. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 7:45 |
Last train 7:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Bath Spa (BTH) from £12. 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 Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Bath Spa (BTH)
Most Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains use the Cardiff Central to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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.
Most popular train connections from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Most popular trains to and from Bath Spa (BTH) and Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
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