4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Bath
Cheapest price
€58
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Bath will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
Of the 4 trains that leave Swansea for Bath on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swansea to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. 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 €18, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 113 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€51 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swansea to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L23180 · L23122 | On time 8:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 2h12 | 10:34 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L64790+L23272 · P29628 | On time 8:54 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 2h17 | 11:11 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| L23182 · L23124 | On time 9:23 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 2h11 | 11:34 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L64098+L23273 · P29633 | On time 9:56 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 2h15 | 12:11 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| L23183 · L23126 | On time 10:23 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 2h11 | 12:34 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L64792+L23274 · P29638 | On time 10:54 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 2h17 | 1:11 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Bath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Bath run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 01:55 |
Last train 22:38 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Swansea to Bath trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Bath from €8. 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 Swansea to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bath Spa, located 0.1 miles (134 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to Bath
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information 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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