The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) 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 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) for Bath Spa (BTH) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 109 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£32 Average Price | £27 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 17:24. The fastest train covers the 109 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 109 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 17:24 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Bath Spa (BTH) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bath Spa (BTH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Bath Spa (BTH)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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