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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Bath

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Oct

Cheapest price on 20 Oct

£28

Average ticket price on 20 Oct

£50

Fastest journey on 20 Oct

3 h 1 m

Average journey duration on 20 Oct

3 h 6 m

Trains on 20 Oct

Distance

167 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Bath will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.

Fast trains

To travel from Brighton to Bath you need to make at least 2 changes.

G14953+W45541+C37343
5:563h22
Brighton station (BTN)
9:18Bath Spa (BTH)
£281One-way
2 changes
W45477+G14951+C38337
5:063h13
Brighton station (BTN)
8:19Bath Spa (BTH)
£281One-way
2 changes
W45420+C37328+G14952
5:263h16
Brighton station (BTN)
8:42Bath Spa (BTH)
£281One-way
2 changes
G14958+W45428+C38422
9:443h01
Brighton station (BTN)
12:45Bath Spa (BTH)
£451One-way
2 changes
W45479+C38380+W34686
9:143h04
Brighton station (BTN)
12:18Bath Spa (BTH)
£451One-way
2 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Bath

United Kingdom

Trains from Brighton to Bath run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 01:13, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 2h 34m.

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 £10

Distance

167 km

Average train duration

2h 54m

Cheapest ticket price

£15

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 34m

First train

1:13

Last train

22:45

Cheapest Month

Dec

Cheapest Day

Fri

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Thu

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £10

Live departures

Brighton to Bath train times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bath trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
W45477+C38337+G14951	5:06 Brighton station (BTN)	3h13	8:19 Bath Spa (BTH)	2 changes
W45420+C37328+G14952	5:26 Brighton station (BTN)	3h16	8:42 Bath Spa (BTH)	2 changes
G88555+G15004	5:36 Brighton station (BTN)	4h03	9:39 Bath Spa (BTH)	1 change
C37343+G14953+W45541	5:56 Brighton station (BTN)	3h22	9:18 Bath Spa (BTH)	2 changes
C09942 · C83035+L80059+G15005	5:58 Brighton station (BTN)	4h40	10:38 Bath Spa (BTH)	3 changes
C38283+W34680+W45478	8:09 Brighton station (BTN)	3h09	11:18 Bath Spa (BTH)	2 changes
G26664+G15007	8:13 Brighton station (BTN)	3h23	11:36 Bath Spa (BTH)	1 change
W45424+C38339+G14957	8:39 Brighton station (BTN)	3h05	11:44 Bath Spa (BTH)	2 changes
G88591+G15009	9:13 Brighton station (BTN)	3h23	12:36 Bath Spa (BTH)	1 change
C38380+W34686+W45479	9:14 Brighton station (BTN)	3h04	12:18 Bath Spa (BTH)	2 changes
C38422+G14958+W45428	9:44 Brighton station (BTN)	3h01	12:45 Bath Spa (BTH)	2 changes
This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Brighton to Bath trains with Omio?

Southern as well as Great Western Railway, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express and more offer trains services from Brighton to Bath.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to Bath.

Why book with Omio vs Southern?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Thameslink, South Western Railway or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Bath.
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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton to Bath.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Thameslink, South Western Railway or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Bath.
Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Bath.

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express from Brighton to Bath trainsGreat Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Brighton and Bath from £10. 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

2h 34m

Cheapest Great Western Railway Price

£27

Great Western Railway frequency

5 a day

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

Learn more about Great Western Railway

Southern

About

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Southern Duration

3h 13m

Cheapest Southern Price

£15

Southern frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with snacks and drinks

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for a fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket

Quiet zone

Learn more about Southern

South Western Railway

About

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average South Western Railway Duration

3h 24m

Cheapest South Western Railway Price

£67

South Western Railway frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead

Quiet zone

Learn more about South Western Railway

Thameslink

About

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Thameslink Duration

2h 34m

Cheapest Thameslink Price

£28

Thameslink frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies depend on ticket type

Refund

Full refund available if service is canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating

Pets

Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

Learn more about Thameslink

Gatwick Express

About

Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Gatwick Express Duration

2h 42m

Cheapest Gatwick Express Price

£57

Gatwick Express frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Refunds available according to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund available if service is canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snack trolley service available on some services

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.

Learn more about Gatwick Express

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

No. 1 Royal Crescent

Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.

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Recommended

Fashion Museum Bath

Independent museum of fashion history, dress and changing style, now presented in temporary exhibitions in central Bath.

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Recommended

The Jane Austen Centre

Compact museum dedicated to Jane Austen’s years in Bath, with period displays, costume and context for her novels.

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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.

FAQs: Brighton to Bath train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Bath can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £53.

The train journey from Brighton to Bath covers a distance of 167 km and takes approximately 2h 34m. Trains run 7 per day.

The train distance from Brighton to Bath is 167 km.

The first train from Brighton to Bath leaves at 1:13.

The last train from Brighton to Bath departs at 22:45.

Trains from Brighton to Bath run approximately 7 times per day.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Brighton to Bath.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Bath.

Yes, there is a night train from Brighton to Bath.

The train station in Brighton that goes to Bath is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Bath Spa (BTH).

Booking trains from Brighton 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 Brighton to Bath offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with highlights including the rolling hills of the South Downs and picturesque villages along the way.

Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Bath.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Bath

Most Brighton to Bath trains use the Brighton to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Brighton

Arrival train stations in Bath

Which Brighton station do trains to Bath leave from?

Trains from Brighton to Bath leave from Brighton. The station is from Brighton city centre at Brighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom.

BrightonBrighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom+44 345 127 2920 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre

Bus37, 52 · 4m · £1 · every ~6 min

Brighton train station facilities and services

Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.

More about Brighton

HoveHove station, Goldstone Villas, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3RU Shopping

City-centre transport

Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre

Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBrighton - Southampton Central, Brighton - Chichester, Brighton - Portsmouth & Southsea, Brighton - West Worthing, Brighton - Hove, Brighton - Angmering, Brighton - Portsmouth Harbour, Brighton - Bognor Regis, Brighton - Worthing, London Victoria - Worthing, Brighton - Havant, Brighton - Littlehampton, Brighton - London Victoria, Brighton - Haywards Heath, Brighton - Barnham · 3m · £1 · every ~8 min

Bus7, 3X, N7 · 12m · £2 · every ~40 min

47, 52 · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min

Hove train station facilities and services

Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.