4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Bath
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Bath will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Bath without transferring at least once.
L16851 · P29870L16850 · P29865L16853 · L16777L16852 · L16776L16849 · P29857L16849 · P29857L16851 · P29870L16850 · P29865L16852 · L16776L16853 · L16777
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Compare train and bus for Oxford to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. 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 €29, and a bus costs an average of €43.
Distance: 87 km
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€31 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oxford to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Bath trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P32657 · L23064 | On time 6:05 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h16 | 7:21 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23373 · P29847 | On time 7:07 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h13 | 8:20 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
 C72465+L23065 | On time 7:16 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h28 | 8:44 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23375 · L23066 | On time 8:01 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h18 | 9:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| C72467+P29854 | On time 8:18 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h29 | 9:47 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23214 · P30618 · P29854 | On time 8:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h15 | 9:47 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| L23376 · P29856 | On time 9:03 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h16 | 10:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| C72469+P29859 | On time 9:16 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h29 | 10:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23215 · L23072 · P29859 | On time 9:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h13 | 10:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| L23552 · P29861 | On time 10:07 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h12 | 11:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| C72473+L23067 | On time 10:19 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h26 | 11:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23216 · P29938 · L23067 | On time 10:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h13 | 11:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| L23216 · L23073 | On time 10:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h26 | 11:58 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23377 · P29867 | On time 11:06 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h15 | 12:21 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| C72476+P29869 | On time 11:18 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h28 | 12:46 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23217 · L23074 · P29869 | On time 11:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h14 | 12:46 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| L23209 | On time 12:02 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0h55 | 12:57 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P33658 · P29872 | On time 12:05 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h16 | 1:21 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| C72479+P29874 | On time 12:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h32 | 1:48 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23218 · L23050 · P29874 | On time 12:33 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h15 | 1:48 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| L23378 · L23068 | On time 1:03 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h18 | 2:21 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| C72481+P29879 | 1:17 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h28 | 2:45 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23219 · P29944 · P29879 | On time 1:32 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h13 | 2:45 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| P33660 · P29882 | On time 2:05 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h16 | 3:21 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| C72484+P29884 | 2:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h31 | 3:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23379 · P29887 | On time 3:04 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h16 | 4:20 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23221 · L23069 | On time 3:31 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h18 | 4:49 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23553 · P29893 | On time 4:05 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h16 | 5:21 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| C72491+P29896 | On time 4:17 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h28 | 5:45 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23222 · L23055 · P29896 | On time 4:30 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h15 | 5:45 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| L23211 | On time 5:12 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0h57 | 6:09 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C72494+P29903 | On time 5:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h30 | 6:46 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L23223 · L23057 · P29903 | On time 5:32 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h14 | 6:46 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Oxford to Bath
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Trains from Oxford to Bath run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 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 56m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Oxford to Bath trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Oxford and Bath from €29. 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 Oxford to Bath
The train service from Oxford to Bath is provided by Great Western Railway. On some departures, this is in conjunction with CrossCountry. The quickest route takes just over an hour while other departures can take up to one hour and 30 minutes, depending on the route taken and the transfer time at connecting stations. Trains depart from Oxford Station and complete their journey at Bath Spa Station.
Oxford to Bath train time: daily departures
From Monday to Friday there are at least 36 departures every day on the route from Oxford to Bath. The first departure is in the early hours of the morning with the last train leaving Oxford shortly after 11:00 p.m. During the late evening and the early hours of the morning there is one departure an hour while there are up to three trains an hour throughout the rest of the day. There is a slightly reduced service on Saturdays and Sundays.
How long is the journey by train from Oxford to Bath?
The journey from Oxford to Bath takes from just over one hour to approximately one hour 30 minutes. There are no direct trains, all routes require one connection. During the day this is usually made at Didcot Parkway while for some early morning and late evening departures, transfers are made at Reading.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Oxford to Bath?
Departure train station: trains from Oxford to Bath depart from Oxford Station which is just 15 minutes on foot from the town centre. There are also taxis and local bus services at the station. The station's two platforms are accessed by stairs or lift. There is a small concourse with a ticket office, ticket machines, cafe, kiosk shops and toilets including an accessible toilet. There is car parking as well as extensive bicycle storage.
Arrival train station: train services from Oxford complete their journey at Bath Spa Station. This is adjacent to the River Avon and just a short walk from Bath's shopping centre and tourist attractions. The station has a car park and is served by buses and taxis. There is step-free access to all areas including the two platforms. Other facilities include accessible toilets, a ticket office with machines, cafes, kiosk shops and a tourist office.
Which train companies travel from Oxford to Bath?
All trains from Oxford to Bath are either operated solely by Great Western Railway or by Great Western Railway in conjunction with CrossCountry.
Great Western Railway Oxford to Bath
For some services, the entire route is operated by Great Western Railway using modern trains with comfortable carriages. The first part of the route from Oxford to Didcot Parkway or Reading station takes approximately 20 minutes while the high-speed onward journey takes less than an hour.
CrossCountry Oxford to Didcot Parkway or Reading
On some routes from Oxford to Bath, the first part of the journey is by CrossCountry train and takes approximately 20 minutes.
Oxford to Bath trains: services on board
Both Great Western Railway and CrossCountry trains have Standard and First-Class carriages with space for wheelchairs. Assistance is available for passengers with limited mobility while pets and bicycles can be carried if pre-booked. Facilities onboard include individual lighting, power outlets, luggage storage, WiFi, toilets and trolley catering services.
How to find cheap train tickets from Oxford to Bath?
Travellers looking for a deal should book in advance to be sure of getting the cheapest train tickets for the journey from Oxford to Bath. Travellers can save money as well by being flexible with travel times and dates.
FAQs: Trains from Oxford to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Oxford, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bath Spa, located 0.1 miles (133 m) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from Oxford to Bath
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 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.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation 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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