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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Bath
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €43
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €43
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 53 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 54 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 6
- Distance
- 97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Bath will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 6 trains from Reading to Bath, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
W346779:34 AM 0h54 Reading station (RDG) 10:28 AM Bath Spa (BTH) €43 1 One-way 0 transfers- C33025
8:24 AM 0h55 Reading station (RDG) 9:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH) €43 1 One-way 0 transfers - W34690
11:55 AM 0h53 Reading station (RDG) 12:48 PM Bath Spa (BTH) €43 1 One-way 0 transfers - C33026
10:55 AM 0h53 Reading station (RDG) 11:48 AM Bath Spa (BTH) €43 1 One-way 0 transfers - C01223
12:55 PM 0h53 Reading station (RDG) 1:48 PM Bath Spa (BTH) €43 1 One-way 0 transfers
- W34690
11:55 AM 0h53 Reading station (RDG) 12:48 PM Bath Spa (BTH) €43 1 One-way 0 transfers - C33026
10:55 AM 0h53 Reading station (RDG) 11:48 AM Bath Spa (BTH) €43 1 One-way 0 transfers - C01223
12:55 PM 0h53 Reading station (RDG) 1:48 PM Bath Spa (BTH) €43 1 One-way 0 transfers - W34677
9:34 AM 0h54 Reading station (RDG) 10:28 AM Bath Spa (BTH) €43 1 One-way 0 transfers - C33025
8:24 AM 0h55 Reading station (RDG) 9:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH) €43 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Bath
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Trains from Reading to Bath run on average 7 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 48m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Reading to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Bath trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C33025 | 8:24 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0h55 | 9:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34677 | 9:34 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 10:28 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C33026 | 10:55 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 11:48 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34799 · W34990 | 11:01 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1h28 | 12:29 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| W34690 | 11:55 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 12:48 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01223 | 12:55 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 1:48 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Reading to Bath
GWR provides the train service from Reading to Bath and journeys can take around an hour to nearly two hours depending on changes and stops. While many trains are direct, some routes involve changing once or twice, but the frequency of the service is roughly two times an hour. The earliest train leaves Reading's central station at around 6:00 a.m. during the week. At the weekends, the first train is slightly later, departing Reading at around 6:45 a.m. Late night travellers can catch the last train at approximately 11:00 p.m. from Reading. Trains from Reading to Bath arrive into Bath Spa station, close to the River Avon in the city centre.
FAQs: Trains from Reading to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Bath
Most Reading to Bath trains use the Reading to Bath Spa station pair, with some services arriving at Oldfield Park. Use this guide to compare Reading and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Bath leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
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.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
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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