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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Bath
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£57
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£78
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 33 m
Trains on 20 Sept
3
Distance
163 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Bath will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Fast trains
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 3 trains from Leicester to Bath, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 54 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.
10:202h51Leicester13:11Bath£571One-way0 changes
8:573h54Leicester12:51Bath£611One-way0 changes- 11:183h53Leicester15:11Bath£1171One-way0 changes
- 10:202h51Leicester13:11Bath£571One-way0 changes
- 11:183h53Leicester15:11Bath£1171One-way0 changes
- 8:573h54Leicester12:51Bath£611One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leicester to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £122.
Distance: 163 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£122 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Leicester to Bath is a coach with an average price of £25.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Bath:
A coach is £97 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Bath costing on average £122.
The fastest way to travel from Leicester to Bath is by train with an average journey time of 2h 39m.
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 11m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Bath including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (2h 39m by train vs 2h 49m by car). Tickets start at around £122 compared to roughly £30 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.
Live departures
Leicester to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Bath trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
XC001200 · K66820 · G01151+ W34518 | 13:55 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h16 | 18:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3 changes | |
| XC001100 · K66819 · G01156+C47815 | On time 15:00 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h01 | 19:01 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3 changes | |
| XC001000 · K66818 · G01162+C42422 | On time 15:55 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h09 | 20:04 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3 changes | |
| XC000700 · K66817 · G01164+C42648 | On time 16:55 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h07 | 21:02 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3 changes | |
| XC000600 · K66816 · G01167+W34529 | On time 17:55 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h16 | 22:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3 changes | |
| XC000500 · K66815 · G01168+Y41624 | 18:55 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h27 | 23:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3 changes | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
| 8:57 Leicester | 3h54 | 12:51 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:20 Leicester | 2h51 | 13:11 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:18 Leicester | 3h53 | 15:11 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Bath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Bath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 21m.
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 £11
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 4:43 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
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 £11
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway from Leicester to Bath trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Leicester and Bath from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 21m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£41
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£60
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
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 36m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£70
Great Western Railway frequency
3 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
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.
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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.
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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: Leicester to Bath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Bath can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £122.
The train journey from Leicester to Bath covers a distance of 163 km and takes approximately 2h 21m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Bath is 163 km.
The first train from Leicester to Bath leaves at 4:43.
The last train from Leicester to Bath departs at 21:23.
Trains from Leicester to Bath run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Bath.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Bath.
To get from Leicester to Bath, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Bath.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Bath is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Bath Spa (BTH).
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Bath is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Leicester 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 Leicester to Bath offers a variety of scenic views, including stretches of the English countryside, charming villages, and picturesque landscapes, particularly as you pass through the Cotswolds area.
A day trip from Leicester to Bath is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 21m. There are 5 train trips per day. The distance is 163 km.
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 Leicester to Bath.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Bath
Most Leicester to Bath trains use the Leicester to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in Bath
Which Leicester station do trains to Bath leave from?
Trains from Leicester to Bath leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: 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.
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