Bournemouth to Bath bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to Bath

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest price

€18

Average price

€41

Fastest journey

4 h 55 m

Average duration

6 h 25 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

80 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bournemouth to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Bath will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast buses

Of the 4 buses that leave Bournemouth for Bath on Thu, Dec 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .

On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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.

National Express
04:30AM7h05
Bournemouth
11:35AMBath
181One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:15AM7h20
Bournemouth
03:35PMBath
341One-way
0 transfers
National Express
05:30PM6h20
Bournemouth
11:50PMBath
431One-way
0 transfers
National Express
04:30PM4h55
Bournemouth
09:25PMBath
691One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Bath

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €37.

Distance: 80 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€45

Average price

Cheapest

€58

Average price

5h 56m

Average total duration

5h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Bournemouth to Bath bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Bath buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 2:07 AM
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Tickets
national_express4:30 AM Bournemouth
7h05
11:35 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
national_express12:30 PM Bournemouth
5h35
6:05 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
national_express5:30 PM Bournemouth
6h20
11:50 PM Bath0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Bath

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Buses from Bournemouth to Bath run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 02:13, the last at 22:03. The fastest bus covers the 80 km distance in 4h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
80 km
Average bus duration
5h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
€18
Buses per day
8
Fastest bus
4h 40m
First bus
02:13
Last bus
22:03
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to BathYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Bath with National Express for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 40m
Cheapest Price
€18
National Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from Bournemouth to Bath

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Bath by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth to Bath can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Bath is €34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bournemouth to Bath coach time is 3 h 23 min   covering the 80 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bournemouth to Bath leaves at 01: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bournemouth to Bath leaves at 22: 13.
There are 10 coaches a day from Bournemouth to Bath which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Bournemouth to Bath you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Bournemouth and Bath on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Bath from Bournemouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bournemouth to Bath is January.
You have options as you can travel to Bath from Bournemouth 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bournemouth to Bath

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Bath
The major bus station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth, Coach Station for your trip from Bournemouth to Bath.
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