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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Bath
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Bath will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 6 trains that leave Swindon for Bath every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swindon to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 45 km
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£18 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swindon to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Bath trains for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G04788 | On time 08:21 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h23 | 08:44 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G04789 | On time 08:59 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h23 | 09:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G04790 | On time 09:23 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h24 | 09:47 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G04928 | On time 09:45 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h27 | 10:12 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G04791 | On time 09:56 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h23 | 10:19 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G04792 | On time 10:22 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h23 | 10:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Bath
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Trains from Swindon to Bath run on average 5 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 22m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:44 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swindon to Bath trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swindon and Bath from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Swindon to Bath
Train travel between Swindon and Bath is provided by Great Western Railway, which operates trains running twice hourly starting at around 6 a.m. and end after midnight. During off-peak times, trains depart approximately every hour. Weekend services run until late, but begin slightly later than on weekdays. This is a direct service that takes just under 30 minutes, and every day there are at least 30 departures available. Trains leave from Swindon station and arrive at Bath Spa. Both stations are conveniently located within walking distance of the city centre and are served by local public transport.
Taking the Train from Swindon
The departure point for trains from Swindon to Bath is Swindon railway station on Station Road. This is located in the town centre, just a few minutes' walk south of the Oasis Leisure Centre and Swindon College. The bus and coach stations in New Bridge Close are 2-3 minutes away on foot, making the train station easily accessible via a broad range of bus routes and services. The station is closed from 12:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m.
Getting into Bath by Train
Frequented for its natural hot springs since the Romans era, Bath has a long history as a spa town and is adorned with beautiful buildings to match, with some particularly fine examples of Georgian architecture such as the Royal Crescent and Assembly Rooms. Trains from Swindon terminate at Bath Spa Station, which is located on Dorchester Street on the edge of the historic town centre and housed in a Grade II listed building designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. The Royal Hotel is opposite the station, and the Roman Baths, the Theatre Royal and the SouthGate arcade are all t┬╜ km or less to the north-west. A taxi rank can be found outside the main exit, and next to the station is the main bus terminus, with services all around Bath as well as to tourist destinations such as Priory Park Landscape Garden and the pretty cathedral town of Wells.
FAQs: Swindon to Bath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Bath
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- 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 taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- 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.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
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