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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 3 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for Bath Spa (BTH) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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 coach and train for Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 97 km
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£41 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h49 | 10:44 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h57 | 14:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:26 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 17:20 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:27 Reading station (RDG) | 0h55 | 21:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| 06:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h55 | 07:20 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH)
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Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 49m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 22:27 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Bath Spa (BTH) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG) and Bath Spa (BTH)
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Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- 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 and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- 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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