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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Bath

Showing times and prices for Nov 22

Cheapest price

€54

Average price

€65

Fastest journey

2 h 32 m

Average duration

2 h 44 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

145 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Bath will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Luton to Bath without transferring at least 2 times.

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08:29AM2h50
Luton station (LUT)
11:19AMBath Spa (BTH)
541One-way
2 transfers
ThameslinkY36682+TubeTube from Farringdon to London Paddington+Great Western RailG04794
08:59AM2h46
Luton station (LUT)
11:45AMBath Spa (BTH)
541One-way
2 transfers
ThameslinkY36692+TubeTube from Farringdon to London Paddington+Great Western RailG04796
09:59AM2h47
Luton station (LUT)
12:46PMBath Spa (BTH)
541One-way
2 transfers
ThameslinkY36687+TubeTube from Farringdon to London Paddington+Great Western RailG04795
09:29AM2h52
Luton station (LUT)
12:21PMBath Spa (BTH)
541One-way
2 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY07322+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Great Western RailG04820
09:25AM2h32
Luton station (LUT)
11:57AMBath Spa (BTH)
671One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Luton to Bath

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 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 bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €29.

Distance: 145 km

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Train
Most popular
Bus

€77

Average price

€13

Average price

Cheapest

2h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 53m

Average total duration

4h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Great Western Rail

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

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

Live departures

Luton to Bath train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Bath trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:17 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
thameslinkY36678+assertis_tubeTube from Farringdon to London Paddington+great_westernG04793
On time
8:29 AM Luton station (LUT)
2h50
11:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2 transfers
thameslinkY36682+assertis_tubeTube from Farringdon to London Paddington+great_westernG04794
On time
8:59 AM Luton station (LUT)
2h46
11:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2 transfers
east_midlands_railwayY07322+assertis_tubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+great_westernG04820
On time
9:25 AM Luton station (LUT)
2h32
11:57 AM Bath Spa (BTH)
2 transfers
thameslinkY36687+assertis_tubeTube from Farringdon to London Paddington+great_westernG04795
On time
9:29 AM Luton station (LUT)
2h52
12:21 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
2 transfers
thameslinkY36692+assertis_tubeTube from Farringdon to London Paddington+great_westernG04796
On time
9:59 AM Luton station (LUT)
2h47
12:46 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
2 transfers
thameslinkY37035+assertis_tubeTube from Farringdon to London Paddington+great_westernG04919 · G04994
On time
10:13 AM Luton station (LUT)
2h44
12:57 PM Bath Spa (BTH)
3 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Bath

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Trains from Luton to Bath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 02:36, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 35m.

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 €9
Distance
145 km
Average train duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
€29
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 35m
First train
02:36
Last train
22:57
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 €9

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Luton to Bath trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Luton and Bath from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
€30
Great Western Rail frequency
6 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

FAQs: Trains from Luton to Bath

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Luton to Bath can start from as little as €29 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Luton to Bath is €91; 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 Luton to Bath is 2 h 31 min   to travel the 145 km long journey, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Luton to Bath leaves at 02: 36. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Luton to Bath leaves at 22: 54.
There are 6 trains a day from Luton to Bath which require at least one change with Great Western Rail or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Luton to Bath, you can count on Great Western Rail or Thameslink for the best way to get you to Bath. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Luton and Bath and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 54.
A trip to Bath from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 31 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Luton to Bath by train is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Luton to Bath including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Luton to Bath

Luton
Bath
The major train station for departures in Luton is Leagrave. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leagrave for your trip from Luton to Bath.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front and rear entrances
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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