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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chippenham to Bath
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
11 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
11 m
Trains on 05 Sept
6
Distance
19 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chippenham to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chippenham to Bath will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 6 trains from Chippenham to Bath, including 6 direct services.
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 12 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.
W346678:100h11Chippenham station (CPM)8:21Bath Spa (BTH)£81One-way0 changes- C421858:360h11Chippenham station (CPM)8:47Bath Spa (BTH)£81One-way0 changes
- C423058:470h11Chippenham station (CPM)8:58Bath Spa (BTH)£81One-way0 changes
- C421869:360h12Chippenham station (CPM)9:48Bath Spa (BTH)£81One-way0 changes
- W346719:100h11Chippenham station (CPM)9:21Bath Spa (BTH)£81One-way0 changes
- W346678:100h11Chippenham station (CPM)8:21Bath Spa (BTH)£81One-way0 changes
- C421858:360h11Chippenham station (CPM)8:47Bath Spa (BTH)£81One-way0 changes
- C423058:470h11Chippenham station (CPM)8:58Bath Spa (BTH)£81One-way0 changes
- W346719:100h11Chippenham station (CPM)9:21Bath Spa (BTH)£81One-way0 changes
- C421869:360h12Chippenham station (CPM)9:48Bath Spa (BTH)£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chippenham to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chippenham to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£8 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Chippenham to Bath is a coach with an average price of £3.
This is compared to other travel options from Chippenham to Bath:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chippenham to Bath costing on average £8.
The fastest way to travel from Chippenham to Bath is by train with an average journey time of 11m.
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Coach takes on average 45m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chippenham and Bath including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (11m by train vs 37m by car). Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £4 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.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
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.
Live departures
Chippenham to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Chippenham to Bath trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34667 | 8:10 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h11 | 8:21 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42185 | 8:36 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h11 | 8:47 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42305 | 8:47 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h11 | 8:58 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34671 | 9:10 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h11 | 9:21 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42186 | 9:36 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h12 | 9:48 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35097 | 10:00 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h12 | 10:12 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chippenham to Bath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chippenham to Bath run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 10m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Chippenham to Bath trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Chippenham and Bath from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
10m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£6
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
10m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
£17
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Bath
Things to do in Bath
Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
- Recommended
Fashion Museum Bath
Independent museum of fashion history, dress and changing style, now presented in temporary exhibitions in central Bath.
- Recommended
The Jane Austen Centre
Compact museum dedicated to Jane Austen’s years in Bath, with period displays, costume and context for her novels.
- Must visit
Royal Crescent
Sweeping semicircular terrace and lawn, ideal for architecture lovers, photographs and a classic Bath city walk.
- Recommended
Royal Victoria Park
Large public park with gardens, walks, play areas and seasonal events, a pleasant green space near the city centre.
- Recommended
Alexandra Park
Steep hillside viewpoint giving one of Bath’s finest panoramas, especially rewarding at sunrise or sunset.
- Vegetarian
Bath Bun
A soft round bun filled with currants, candied peel and sugar. Closely associated with Bath tea drinking since the 18th century.
- Vegetarian
Bath Oliver
A lighter, brioche-like sweet bun topped with crushed sugar and currants. A long-standing Bath speciality linked to spa visitors and Georgian tea rooms.
- Vegetarian
Bath Oliver Biscuit
A hard, dry biscuit traditionally served with wine or cheese. Created in Bath as a refined alternative to richer buns for spa guests.
Menu Gordon Jones
Smart but welcoming bistro focused on seasonal British cooking with a regularly changing menu and neighbourhood feel.
Olive Tree Restaurant
Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in intimate, polished surroundings near the centre of Bath.
The Boater
Popular pub by Pulteney Bridge serving well-kept beers and hearty British food in a lively, traditional setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Bath is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs in the centre, though buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
First Bus
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.60
- Day pass
- £6.80
To the city centre
Bath Spa railway station -> Bath Abbey, Bath
- Distance
- 500 m
- Travel time
- 7 min
- Adult contactless Tap On Tap Off works on First Bus services in Bath and caps at the Bath day fare.
- Bath Spa railway station is about 500 m from the city centre, so many central sights are walkable without a bus.
FAQs: Chippenham to Bath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chippenham 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Chippenham to Bath can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Chippenham to Bath covers a distance of 19 km and takes approximately 10m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Chippenham to Bath is 19 km.
The first train from Chippenham to Bath leaves at 0:13.
The last train from Chippenham to Bath departs at 23:44.
Trains from Chippenham to Bath run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Chippenham to Bath.
Yes, there is a direct train between Chippenham and Bath. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Chippenham to Bath, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Chippenham to Bath.
The train station in Chippenham that goes to Bath is Chippenham station (CPM), and it arrives at Bath Spa (BTH).
The cheapest way to get from Chippenham to Bath is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Chippenham to Bath in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Chippenham to Bath offers scenic views of the picturesque English countryside, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and stretches of lush greenery that make for a pleasant and visually appealing trip.
Yes, a day trip from Chippenham to Bath is feasible. The journey takes 10m, covering a distance of 19 km. There are 6 trains per day for this route.
In Bath, visitors can relax at Thermae Bath Spa with its natural thermal waters and rooftop pool, explore local produce at Bath Farmers' Market, or enjoy a scenic walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal. The city offers historical insights at the Roman Baths and Bath Abbey, while The Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge provide stunning architectural views. Fashion enthusiasts can visit the Fashion Museum, and literature lovers will appreciate The Jane Austen Centre. A boat trip on the River Avon offers a unique city perspective.
To fully appreciate Bath's historic sites, Roman Baths, and nearby attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Chippenham to Bath.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chippenham and Bath
Most Chippenham to Bath trains use the Chippenham to Bath Spa station pair, with some services arriving at Oldfield Park. Use this guide to compare Chippenham and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Chippenham
Arrival train stations in Bath
Which Chippenham station do trains to Bath leave from?
Trains from Chippenham to Bath leave from Chippenham. The station is 1 km from Chippenham city centre at Chippenham station, Cocklebury Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3QE.
ChippenhamChippenham station, Cocklebury Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3QE+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Chippenham from Chippenham city centre
Bus231 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Chippenham train station facilities and services
Chippenham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chippenham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chippenham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chippenham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chippenham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chippenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bath SpaDorchester Street, Bath, BA1 1SU, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bus13 · 20m · £4 · every ~9 min
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.
Oldfield ParkOldfield Park station, Brook Road, Bath Spa, Somerset, BA2 3RS
City-centre transport
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads, Weymouth - Cardiff Central, London Paddington - Weston-super-Mare, Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central, Frome - Bristol Temple Meads, Westbury, Weymouth - Bristol Temple Meads, London Paddington - Taunton, Portsmouth & Southsea - Cardiff Central, Portsmouth Harbour - Bristol Temple Meads, Salisbury - Bristol Temple Meads, Fratton - Bristol Temple Meads, Warminster - Bristol Temple Meads, Weymouth - Gloucester, Frome - Cardiff Central, Warminster - Gloucester, Salisbury - Worcester Foregate Street, Bath Spa - Filton Abbey Wood, Bath Spa - Bristol Temple Meads, Southampton Central - Bristol Temple Meads, Yeovil Pen Mill - Gloucester, Frome - Gloucester, Portsmouth & Southsea - Bristol Temple Meads, Salisbury - Worcester Shrub Hill, Salisbury - Cheltenham Spa, Frome - Bristol Parkway, Portsmouth Harbour - Bristol Parkway, Bath Spa - Bristol Parkway, Portsmouth & Southsea - Bristol Parkway, Weymouth - Bristol Parkway, Castle Cary - Gloucester, Southampton Central - Cardiff Central · 2m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus12 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
R3 · 11m · £2
716 · 29m
20 · 34m · every ~2 min
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: 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.
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