It takes an average of 1h 29m to travel from London Paddington to Bath Spa by train, over a distance of around 94 miles (152 km). There are normally 51 trains per day travelling from London Paddington to Bath Spa and tickets for this journey start from £24 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:23 | |
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Last train | 23:33 | |
Departure station | London Paddington | |
Arrival station | Bath Spa | |
Journey time | From 1h 12m | |
Distance | 94 miles (152 km) | |
Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £24 | |
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Planning a trip to the Roman-built baths and need more information on how to travel from London Paddington to Bath by train? Start your journey here!
Usually, the train from London Paddington to Bath takes around 1h 30m, but can take just 1h 15m on the fastest services, with around 56 trains running on this popular route each day. As there are direct trains available from London Paddington to Bath, you don’t need to worry about changing along the way.
On this route, you’ll board a Great Western Railway (GWR) train at London Paddington station. Once you’ve found your seat, you can connect your phone to the free WiFi and treat yourself to the hot and cold snacks and drinks. If you prefer to travel in style, why not upgrade to GWR First Class? You’ll take advantage of comfy seats, quieter coaches and complimentary refreshments. After travelling through 94 miles of Great British countryside, you’ll find yourself at Bath Spa station.
Founded in 1AD, Bath is a UNESCO World Heritage Site oozing with history, culture and beauty. Once you’ve arrived in Bath, you can start to explore the city’s landmarks. The city’s main attraction, the Roman Baths have been attracting visitors for over 2,000 years. Nearby, Bath Abbey exhibits unique examples of Gothic architecture.
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time, as tickets are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you’d like to save even more, get yourself a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Feeling ready to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Bath in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you want to check if trains are running, use our timetable to view live train times. If you want to learn more about the journey first, check out our train timetable, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs including first and last train times.
The average journey time by train between London Paddington and Bath Spa is 1 hour and 29 minutes, with around 51 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from London Paddington to Bath Spa is 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Train ticket prices from London Paddington to Bath Spa can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London Paddington to Bath Spa without having to change trains. There are 51 direct trains from London Paddington to Bath Spa each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from London Paddington to Bath Spa leaves at 04:23. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from London Paddington to Bath Spa leaves at 23:33. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from London Paddington to Bath Spa cover a distance of around 94 miles (152 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Bath Spa to London Paddington. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from London Paddington to Bath Spa.
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