The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury to Bath
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salisbury to Bath will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 22 trains that leave Salisbury for Bath on Mon, Aug 03, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 54 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.
G150205:42 PM0h54Salisbury station (SAL)6:36 PMBath Spa (BTH)€161One-way0 transfers
G150216:42 PM0h54Salisbury station (SAL)7:36 PMBath Spa (BTH)€161One-way0 transfers
G1501112:42 PM0h56Salisbury station (SAL)1:38 PMBath Spa (BTH)€181One-way0 transfers
G150142:42 PM0h54Salisbury station (SAL)3:36 PMBath Spa (BTH)€181One-way0 transfers
G150163:42 PM0h55Salisbury station (SAL)4:37 PMBath Spa (BTH)€181One-way0 transfers
G1500710:42 AM0h54Salisbury station (SAL)11:36 AMBath Spa (BTH)€291One-way0 transfers
G150142:42 PM0h54Salisbury station (SAL)3:36 PMBath Spa (BTH)€181One-way0 transfers
W349991:42 PM0h54Salisbury station (SAL)2:36 PMBath Spa (BTH)€181One-way0 transfers
G150205:42 PM0h54Salisbury station (SAL)6:36 PMBath Spa (BTH)€161One-way0 transfers
G150216:42 PM0h54Salisbury station (SAL)7:36 PMBath Spa (BTH)€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salisbury to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€22 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salisbury to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury to Bath trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C48124 | 6:06 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h03 | 7:09 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15383 · G15526 | 6:35 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h04 | 7:39 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
G15516 | 7:03 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h02 | 8:05 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15002 | 7:19 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h08 | 8:27 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15004 | 8:40 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h59 | 9:39 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15519 | 8:57 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h12 | 10:09 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80059+ G15217 | 9:23 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h07 | 10:30 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
G15005 | 9:42 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h56 | 10:38 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15007 | 10:42 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h54 | 11:36 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15520 | 11:08 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h02 | 12:10 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80061+ G15220 | 11:31 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h58 | 12:29 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
G15009 | 11:42 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h54 | 12:36 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15521 | 12:07 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h03 | 1:10 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15011 | 12:42 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h56 | 1:38 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15523 | 1:07 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h02 | 2:09 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34999 | 1:42 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h54 | 2:36 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15524 | 2:06 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h03 | 3:09 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15014 | 2:42 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h54 | 3:36 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15016 | 3:42 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h55 | 4:37 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15018 | 4:42 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h57 | 5:39 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15020 | 5:42 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h54 | 6:36 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15021 | 6:42 PM Salisbury station (SAL) | 0h54 | 7:36 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury to Bath
Trains from Salisbury to Bath run on average 9 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 54m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Salisbury to Bath trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Salisbury and Bath from €7. 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 Salisbury to Bath
Trains from Salisbury to Bath are provided by South West Trains and Great Western Railways and have a short journey time of just under one hour. The route is direct with the first train leaving Salisbury at just after 6:30 a.m. Then one to two trains an hour depart until around 9:30 p.m. This timetable operates from Monday through to Saturday, with is a much-reduced service on Sundays. Trains from Salisbury to Bath depart from Salisbury Station with the journey terminating at Bath Spa Station.
FAQs: Trains from Salisbury to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury 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 Salisbury to Bath
Most Salisbury to Bath trains use the Salisbury to Bath Spa station pair, with some services arriving at Oldfield Park. Use this guide to compare Salisbury and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salisbury station do trains to Bath leave from?
Getting to Salisbury from Salisbury city centre
Salisbury train station facilities and services
Salisbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salisbury.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury. ATMs are available at Salisbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salisbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salisbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salisbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salisbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to all platforms. Access to platforms 5 (for trains to Cardiff and the West of England) and 6 (for some services to Basingstoke and London Waterloo) are via level access. Access to all other platforms is via a subway with steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers who have difficulty using the ramps. Please speak to our assisted travel team or a member of station staff. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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