Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£103

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£103

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

2 h 32 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

2 h 45 m

Trains on 18 Sept

4

Distance

167 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) 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 Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £103.

Fast trains

To travel from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western RailwayW34552 · G15526
    4:542h45
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    7:39Bath Spa (BTH)
    £1031One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayW34553 · G14898
    5:552h48
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    8:43Bath Spa (BTH)
    £1031One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG15035 · G15002
    5:322h55
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    8:27Bath Spa (BTH)
    £1031One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG01060+Great Western RailwayY41572
    5:252h32
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    7:57Bath Spa (BTH)
    £1031One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, while a train costs an average of £59.

Distance: 167 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£59

Average Price

£52

Average Price

Cheapest

£33

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 34m

Average total duration

7h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 42m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) is a coach with an average price of £52.

This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH):

A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) costing on average £59.

The fastest way to travel from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Bath Spa (BTH) take longer:

Coach takes on average 7h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Plymouth station (PLY) and Bath Spa (BTH) 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 23m sooner (2h 19m by train vs 2h 42m by car). Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £33 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

Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) train times

The table below shows live departures for Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryG01069+Great Western RailwayC47809
On time
9:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h31
11:58 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
CrossCountryG01073+Great Western RailwayC47810
On time
10:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h31
12:58 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
CrossCountryG01075+Great Western RailwayG15230
On time
11:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h33
14:00 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
CrossCountryG01080+Great Western RailwayG15167
On time
12:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h32
14:59 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
CrossCountryG01082+Great Western RailwayG15231
On time
13:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h34
16:01 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
CrossCountryG01083+Great Western RailwayG15232
On time
14:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h36
17:03 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
CrossCountryG00723+Great Western RailwayC48648
On time
15:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h37
18:04 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
CrossCountryG00730+Great Western RailwayY41596
On time
16:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h32
18:59 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
CrossCountryG00735+Great Western RailwayY41608
On time
17:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h37
20:04 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15034 · G15025
On time
17:52 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h47
20:39 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
CrossCountryG00928+Great Western RailwayG15453
On time
18:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h39
21:06 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15208 · W34601 · W35041
On time
18:48 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h48
21:36 Bath Spa (BTH)
2 changes
Friday 18 September
Great Western RailwayW34552 · G155264:54 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h45
7:39 Bath Spa (BTH)1 change
CrossCountryG01060+Great Western RailwayY415725:25 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h32
7:57 Bath Spa (BTH)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15035 · G150025:32 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h55
8:27 Bath Spa (BTH)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34553 · G148985:55 Plymouth station (PLY)
2h48
8:43 Bath Spa (BTH)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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CrossCountry as well as Great Western Railway offer trains services from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH).

Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH)

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Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 10:27. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 2h 6m.

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 £17
Distance
167 km
Average train duration
2h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 6m
First train
5:20
Last train
10:27
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 £17

Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and Bath Spa (BTH) from £17. 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 8m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£31
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

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 6m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£24
Great Western Railway frequency
2 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

FAQs: Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The train journey from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) covers a distance of 167 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) is 167 km.
The first train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) leaves at 5:20.
The last train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) departs at 10:27.
Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH).
To get from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH).
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) is by coach, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Plymouth to Bath Spa offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the rolling hills of Devon and Somerset, with glimpses of the coast and picturesque countryside along the way.
A day trip from Plymouth to Bath Spa is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 6m, which exceeds the 120-minute limit. There are 7 train services per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Bath Spa (BTH).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth station (PLY) and Bath Spa (BTH)

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

Departure train stations in Plymouth
Arrival train stations in Bath
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre

Bus13, 2, 170 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min

Plymouth train station facilities and services

Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Most popular trains to and from Bath Spa (BTH) and Plymouth station (PLY)

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