- Recommended
No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£136
Fastest journey
6 h 56 m
Average duration
7 h 39 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
514 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Bath will cost around £136 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £88.
Of the 6 trains that leave Glasgow for Bath every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 514 km distance in an average of 7 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 14 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.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 514 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£136 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 13m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Bath trains for tomorrow, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 Glasgow | 8h01 | 15:01 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:38 Glasgow | 6h56 | 14:34 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Glasgow | 8h01 | 16:01 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:38 Glasgow | 7h03 | 15:41 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:45 Glasgow | 8h19 | 17:04 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:45 Glasgow | 8h14 | 18:59 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Glasgow to Bath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 514 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 514 km |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 25m |
First train 4:28 |
Last train 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Independent museum of fashion history, dress and changing style, now presented in temporary exhibitions in central Bath.
Compact museum dedicated to Jane Austen’s years in Bath, with period displays, costume and context for her novels.
Sweeping semicircular terrace and lawn, ideal for architecture lovers, photographs and a classic Bath city walk.
Large public park with gardens, walks, play areas and seasonal events, a pleasant green space near the city centre.
Steep hillside viewpoint giving one of Bath’s finest panoramas, especially rewarding at sunrise or sunset.
A soft round bun filled with currants, candied peel and sugar. Closely associated with Bath tea drinking since the 18th century.
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.
A hard, dry biscuit traditionally served with wine or cheese. Created in Bath as a refined alternative to richer buns for spa guests.
Smart but welcoming bistro focused on seasonal British cooking with a regularly changing menu and neighbourhood feel.
Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in intimate, polished surroundings near the centre of Bath.
Popular pub by Pulteney Bridge serving well-kept beers and hearty British food in a lively, traditional setting.
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.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
Official public transport app
Bath Spa railway station -> Bath Abbey, Bath
Taking the train from Glasgow to Bath is a lengthy journey of between 6 and 8 hours, operated by Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and South West Trains. The longest journey involves one change at Bristol Temple Meads. Other routes change at Carlisle, Wolverhampton, London, Birmingham or Bristol. The first departure from Glasgow Central is at around 4:30 a.m. A train leaves at around 5:30 p.m., but there are later departures on overnight sleeper trains. A reduced service operates on Saturdays and Sundays.
Glasgow Central Station is a listed Victorian building on the banks of the River Clyde, within walking distance of the city centre. Although not on the underground system, this can be accessed by crossing the river bridge to Bridge Street Station. A large suburban train network operates into Glasgow Central. Frequent city centre buses are run by First Glasgow while buses to outlying areas are operated by McGills and Stagecoach. Taxis are also available at the station.
Bath is a beautiful and compact city with much evidence of its Roman, Medieval and Georgian past. The city has shopping areas, a lively nightlife and is surrounded by the rolling countryside of Somerset and the Cotswolds. Landmarks in the city that should be visited are the Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent and the Jane Austen Centre. Bath Spa Station was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and is located in the heart of the city centre. All tourist attractions can be accessed on foot. Taxis and local buses depart from outside the station; however, local buses are not very frequent, but the hop-on, hop-off tourist bus provides a reliable way of reaching all of Bath's main tourist attractions.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Bath trains use the Glasgow Central to Bath Spa station pair, with some services arriving at Oldfield Park. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Anniesland is 4 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Anniesland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Anniesland.
Wi-Fi is available at Anniesland.
Ticket office support is available at Anniesland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Anniesland: Parking, WC.
Available at Anniesland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Anniesland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1 & 3 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Inside ticket office on platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Oldfield Park.
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need