The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Oxford
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Oxford will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
It's difficult to get from Bath to Oxford without transferring at least once.
P29618 · P32822
P22587 · P32673
P29610 · P22687
P22586 · P22795 · P32670
P22588+
C72316
P29610 · P22687
P29618 · P32822
P22587 · P32673
P22586 · P22795 · P32670
P22588+
C72316Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bath to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. 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 train costs an average of €19, and a bus costs an average of €46.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€30 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bath to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Oxford trains for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:13 PM Bath | 1h34 | 5:47 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 16 | |||||
P29610 · P22687 | On time 8:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h06 | 9:19 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
P22586 · P22689 | On time 8:44 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h33 | 10:17 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
P22586 · P22795 · P32670 | On time 8:44 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h14 | 9:58 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P22587 · P32673 | On time 9:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h11 | 10:24 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
P29618 · P32822 | On time 9:43 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h07 | 10:50 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
P22588+ C72316 | On time 10:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h25 | 11:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Oxford
Trains from Bath to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from Bath to Oxford trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Oxford from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bath Spa, which is located around 0.1 miles (133 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Oxford, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath to Oxford
- 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
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- 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 lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated 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: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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