Oxford to Bath train with Great Western Rail

Trains from Oxford to Bath

The train service from Oxford to Bath is provided by Great Western Railway. On some departures, this is in conjunction with CrossCountry. The quickest route takes just over an hour while other departures can take up to one hour and 30 minutes, depending on the route taken and the transfer time at connecting stations. Trains depart from Oxford Station and complete their journey at Bath Spa Station.

Oxford to Bath train time: daily departures

From Monday to Friday there are at least 36 departures every day on the route from Oxford to Bath. The first departure is in the early hours of the morning with the last train leaving Oxford shortly after 11:00 p.m. During the late evening and the early hours of the morning there is one departure an hour while there are up to three trains an hour throughout the rest of the day. There is a slightly reduced service on Saturdays and Sundays.

How long is the journey by train from Oxford to Bath?

The journey from Oxford to Bath takes from just over one hour to approximately one hour 30 minutes. There are no direct trains, all routes require one connection. During the day this is usually made at Didcot Parkway while for some early morning and late evening departures, transfers are made at Reading. 

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Oxford to Bath?

Departure train station: trains from Oxford to Bath depart from Oxford Station which is just 15 minutes on foot from the town centre. There are also taxis and local bus services at the station. The station's two platforms are accessed by stairs or lift. There is a small concourse with a ticket office, ticket machines, cafe, kiosk shops and toilets including an accessible toilet. There is car parking as well as extensive bicycle storage.

Arrival train station: train services from Oxford complete their journey at Bath Spa Station. This is adjacent to the River Avon and just a short walk from Bath's shopping centre and tourist attractions. The station has a car park and is served by buses and taxis. There is step-free access to all areas including the two platforms. Other facilities include accessible toilets, a ticket office with machines, cafes, kiosk shops and a tourist office.

Which train companies travel from Oxford to Bath?

All trains from Oxford to Bath are either operated solely by Great Western Railway or by Great Western Railway in conjunction with CrossCountry.

Great Western Railway Oxford to Bath

For some services, the entire route is operated by Great Western Railway using modern trains with comfortable carriages. The first part of the route from Oxford to Didcot Parkway or Reading station takes approximately 20 minutes while the high-speed onward journey takes less than an hour.

CrossCountry Oxford to Didcot Parkway or Reading

On some routes from Oxford to Bath, the first part of the journey is by CrossCountry train and takes approximately 20 minutes.

Oxford to Bath trains: services on board

Both Great Western Railway and CrossCountry trains have Standard and First-Class carriages with space for wheelchairs. Assistance is available for passengers with limited mobility while pets and bicycles can be carried if pre-booked. Facilities onboard include individual lighting, power outlets, luggage storage, WiFi, toilets and trolley catering services.

How to find cheap train tickets from Oxford to Bath?

Travellers looking for a deal should book in advance to be sure of getting the cheapest train tickets for the journey from Oxford to Bath. Travellers can save money as well by being flexible with travel times and dates.