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Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 51 m
Trains on 17 Sept
1
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Staines-upon-Thames to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Staines-upon-Thames to Bath will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 trains from Staines-upon-Thames to Bath, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Staines-upon-Thames to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 129 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Staines-upon-Thames to Bath:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Staines-upon-Thames to Bath costing on average £40.
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 10m.
The table below shows live departures for Staines-upon-Thames to Bath trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:53 Staines-upon-Thames | 1h51 | 10:44 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Staines-upon-Thames to Bath run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 22:53 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Staines-upon-Thames to Bath 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Staines-upon-Thames to Bath trains use the Staines to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Staines-upon-Thames and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Staines has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Staines.
Wi-Fi is available at Staines. ATMs are available at Staines.
Ticket office support is available at Staines. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Staines: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Staines: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Staines: 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, 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.
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 options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
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