The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
43
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 £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 43 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for Bath Spa (BTH) every day 34 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 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 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.
G1497020:550h55Reading station (RDG)21:50Bath Spa (BTH)£321One-way0 changes
G1497121:270h55Reading station (RDG)22:22Bath Spa (BTH)£321One-way0 changes
G1497222:280h53Reading station (RDG)23:21Bath Spa (BTH)£321One-way0 changes
W34848 · G1553221:291h44Reading station (RDG)23:13Bath Spa (BTH)£321One-way1 change
G1496213:550h49Reading station (RDG)14:44Bath Spa (BTH)£351One-way0 changes
G149527:540h48Reading station (RDG)8:42Bath Spa (BTH)£561One-way0 changes
G1495710:550h49Reading station (RDG)11:44Bath Spa (BTH)£371One-way0 changes
G1496213:550h49Reading station (RDG)14:44Bath Spa (BTH)£351One-way0 changes
G1495811:550h50Reading station (RDG)12:45Bath Spa (BTH)£371One-way0 changes
G149569:550h50Reading station (RDG)10:45Bath Spa (BTH)£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 97 km
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1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m 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, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34725 | On time 18:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 19:48 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34728 | On time 19:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 20:19 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C33038 | On time 19:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 20:48 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34734 | On time 20:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h50 | 21:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34739 | On time 21:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h52 | 22:47 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34742 | On time 22:40 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 23:33 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C00838 | On time 23:16 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 0:12 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
C00122 | 0:16 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 1:12 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34663 | 5:49 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 6:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14977 | 6:27 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 7:21 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14950 | 6:53 Reading station (RDG) | 0h52 | 7:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W35060 · G15057 | 6:56 Reading station (RDG) | 1h04 | 8:00 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G14951 | 7:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 8:19 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14952 | 7:54 Reading station (RDG) | 0h48 | 8:42 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14953 | 8:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 9:18 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14954 | 8:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 9:49 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15030 · G15061 | 8:58 Reading station (RDG) | 1h00 | 9:58 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G14955 | 9:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h57 | 10:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14956 | 9:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h50 | 10:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34680 | 10:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 11:18 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14957 | 10:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h49 | 11:44 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W35067 · G15065 | 10:58 Reading station (RDG) | 0h58 | 11:56 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W34686 | 11:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 12:18 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14958 | 11:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h50 | 12:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14959 | 12:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h59 | 13:24 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14960 | 12:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 13:49 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W35071 · G15069 | 12:58 Reading station (RDG) | 1h00 | 13:58 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
G14961 | 13:26 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 14:20 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14962 | 13:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h49 | 14:44 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14963 | 14:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h58 | 15:23 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14964 | 14:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 15:48 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W35075 · G15073 | 14:58 Reading station (RDG) | 0h58 | 15:56 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W34706 | 15:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 16:19 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14965 | 15:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h50 | 16:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34712 | 16:25 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 17:18 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14966 | 16:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h50 | 17:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15032 · G15077 | 16:58 Reading station (RDG) | 1h01 | 17:59 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
W34719 | 17:26 Reading station (RDG) | 0h55 | 18:21 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14967 | 17:55 Reading station (RDG) | 0h51 | 18:46 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34726 | 18:27 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 19:21 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 50m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 23:16 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Bath Spa (BTH) from £13. 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Bath Spa (BTH)
Most Reading station (RDG) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains use the Reading to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading station (RDG) and Bath Spa (BTH) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: 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.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
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.

