The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury station (SAL) 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 Salisbury station (SAL) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 trains that leave Salisbury station (SAL) for Bath Spa (BTH) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.








Live departures
Salisbury station (SAL) to Bath Spa (BTH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury station (SAL) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L23557 | On time 09:05 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h01 | 10:06 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
L23121 | On time 09:42 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h56 | 10:38 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
P61380+ P33685 | On time 10:24 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h09 | 11:33 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 change | |
L23123 | On time 10:42 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h58 | 11:40 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
L23563 | On time 11:12 Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h00 | 12:12 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Salisbury station (SAL) to Bath Spa (BTH) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury station (SAL) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Trains from Salisbury station (SAL) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 54m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 06:19 |
Last train 20:42 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Salisbury station (SAL) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Salisbury station (SAL) and Bath Spa (BTH) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salisbury station (SAL) to Bath Spa (BTH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury station (SAL) 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 Salisbury station (SAL) and Bath Spa (BTH)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:20 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to all platforms. Access to platforms 5 (for trains to Cardiff and the West of England) and 6 (for some services to Basingstoke and London Waterloo) are via level access. Access to all other platforms is via a subway with steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers who have difficulty using the ramps. Please speak to our assisted travel team or a member of station staff. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2/3 and on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2/3 and on Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected] The baby changing facilities are located in the toilets on Platform 4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 2, 3 and 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park, platform 4 and platform 6 Secure Cycle compound for Season Ticket holders
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off South Western Road
- 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

