Bath to London train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to London

Showing times and prices for Jul 03

Cheapest price

€40

Average price

€61

Fastest journey

1 h 16 m

Average duration

1 h 20 m

Trains per day

58

Distance

155 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bath to London will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.

Fast trains

Of the 58 trains that leave Bath for London on Fri, Jul 03, 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .

On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.

  • Great Western RailwayC48648+South Western RailwayL79470
    6:05 PM2h56
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    9:01 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    401One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayC47810+South Western RailwayL79414
    1:00 PM2h49
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    3:49 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    401One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayG15010+South Western RailwayL79409
    12:35 PM2h41
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    3:16 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    421One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayW35025+South Western RailwayL79476
    6:37 PM3h28
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    10:05 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    421One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayG15022+South Western RailwayL79482
    7:38 PM2h34
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    10:12 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    421One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bath to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. 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 €5, and a train costs an average of €19.

Distance: 155 km

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€43

Average price

€10

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2h 30m

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Additional time*

3h 8m

Average total duration

2h 38m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

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Great Western Railway

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bath to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Bath to London trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC47809+South Western RailwayL79403
On time
11:59 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h50
2:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG1490312:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h21
1:34 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15010+South Western RailwayL79409
On time
12:35 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h41
3:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34490
On time
12:43 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
2:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC47810+South Western RailwayL79414
On time
1:00 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h49
3:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34493
On time
1:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
2:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15070 · W35231
On time
1:28 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h31
2:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15012+South Western RailwayL79420
On time
1:35 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h41
4:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149041:43 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
3:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34498
On time
2:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h23
3:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15013+South Western RailwayL79431
On time
2:35 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h41
5:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149052:43 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
4:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG149063:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
4:37 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15074 · W35236
On time
3:30 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h30
5:00 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15015+South Western RailwayL79441
On time
3:37 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h42
6:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149073:43 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
5:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG149084:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
5:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15017+South Western RailwayL79453
On time
4:35 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h49
7:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34510
On time
4:43 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
6:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34513
On time
5:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h26
6:39 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG149095:45 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h23
7:08 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC48648+South Western RailwayL79470
On time
6:05 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h56
9:01 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG149106:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
7:37 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW35025+South Western RailwayL79476
On time
6:37 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
3h28
10:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW345196:43 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
8:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG149117:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h23
8:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15082 · W35242
On time
7:29 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h32
9:01 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15022+South Western RailwayL79482
On time
7:38 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h34
10:12 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW345237:43 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h25
9:08 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14912
On time
8:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
9:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15025+South Western RailwayL79493
On time
8:40 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
3h15
11:55 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14913
On time
9:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
10:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15086 · W35247
On time
9:23 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h38
11:01 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14914
On time
10:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h46
11:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34530
On time
11:05 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h37
12:42 AM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34957+South Western RailwayL793305:16 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h58
8:14 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW344565:35 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
6:57 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG148936:02 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
7:26 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34961+South Western RailwayL793366:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h33
8:43 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG148946:43 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h26
8:09 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG148957:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h16
8:29 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15001+South Western RailwayL793537:35 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h47
10:22 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG148967:43 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
9:05 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG148978:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h21
9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG148988:44 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h22
10:06 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344729:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h32
10:45 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15062 · W352239:22 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h37
10:59 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG148999:43 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
11:07 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15442+South Western RailwayL7938010:03 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h46
12:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW3447710:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h21
11:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG1490010:43 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h26
12:09 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC47808+South Western RailwayL7939211:03 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h46
1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG1490111:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h23
12:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15066 · W3522711:31 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h28
12:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15008+South Western RailwayL7939811:35 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2h42
2:17 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG1490211:43 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
1h24
1:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect

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Great Western Railway as well as South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Bath to London.
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bath to London.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bath to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bath to London.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bath to London?

The best time to book your train from Bath to London is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bath to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bath to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bath to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bath to London

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Trains from Bath to London run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 1h 21m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
155 km
Average train duration
2h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 21m
First train
12:07 AM
Last train
11:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
70 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to London trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and London from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
€31
Great Western Railway frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
€19
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
€110
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bath to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bath to London can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bath to London is €43; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bath to London is 1h 21m to travel the 155 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Bath to London leaves at 12:07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Bath to London leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Bath to London with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Bath to London, you can count on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bath and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Bath is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 21m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bath to London is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bath and London including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bath to London

Most Bath to London trains use the Bath Spa to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Bath and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bath
Arrival train stations in London
Bath SpaDorchester Street, Bath, BA1 1SU, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre

Bus13 · 20m · €4 · every ~9 min

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.

Oldfield ParkOldfield Park station, Brook Road, Bath Spa, Somerset, BA2 3RSParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre

Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads, Weymouth - Cardiff Central, London Paddington - Weston-super-Mare, Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central, Frome - Bristol Temple Meads, Westbury, Weymouth - Bristol Temple Meads, London Paddington - Taunton, Portsmouth & Southsea - Cardiff Central, Portsmouth Harbour - Bristol Temple Meads, Salisbury - Bristol Temple Meads, Fratton - Bristol Temple Meads, Warminster - Bristol Temple Meads, Weymouth - Gloucester, Frome - Cardiff Central, Warminster - Gloucester, Salisbury - Worcester Foregate Street, Bath Spa - Filton Abbey Wood, Bath Spa - Bristol Temple Meads, Southampton Central - Bristol Temple Meads, Yeovil Pen Mill - Gloucester, Frome - Gloucester, Portsmouth & Southsea - Bristol Temple Meads, Salisbury - Worcester Shrub Hill, Salisbury - Cheltenham Spa, Frome - Bristol Parkway, Portsmouth Harbour - Bristol Parkway, Bath Spa - Bristol Parkway, Portsmouth & Southsea - Bristol Parkway, Weymouth - Bristol Parkway, Castle Cary - Gloucester, Southampton Central - Cardiff Central · 2m · €1 · every ~4 min
Bus12 · 6m · €1 · every ~2 min
R3 · 11m · €2
716 · 29m
20 · 34m · every ~2 min

Oldfield Park train station facilities and services

Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: 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.

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