The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) 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 East Croydon (ECR) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 1 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Bath Spa (BTH) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 18 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for East Croydon (ECR) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 157 km
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2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Bath Spa (BTH) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:30 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h51 | 20:21 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 18:42. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 18:42 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway from East Croydon (ECR) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Bath Spa (BTH) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to Bath Spa (BTH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) 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 East Croydon (ECR) and Bath Spa (BTH)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
- 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
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