How much does a train ticket cost from Bristol to Bath?

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Bath start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £12. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bristol to Bath?

The average train journey time from Bristol to Bath is 12m, covering a distance of 11 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 11m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Bristol to Bath route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Bath?

The earliest train from Bristol to Bath departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:45.

Train Bristol to Bath from £12

Next train departures

Next departures from Bristol to Bath on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Bristol Temple Meads	11m	15:11	Bath Spa	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Bristol Temple Meads	11m	07:11	Bath Spa	Fastest
Train	07:00	Bristol Temple Meads	11m	07:11	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	07:22	Bristol Temple Meads	12m	07:34	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	07:30	Bristol Temple Meads	11m	07:41	Bath Spa	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Bath on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Bristol Temple Meads	11m	15:11	Bath Spa	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Bristol Temple Meads	11m	07:11	Bath Spa	Fastest
Train	07:00	Bristol Temple Meads	11m	07:11	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	07:22	Bristol Temple Meads	12m	07:34	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	07:30	Bristol Temple Meads	11m	07:41	Bath Spa	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 22:34 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bristol to Bath

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bath. The journey takes about 12 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

12mAverage duration

11 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£21 - £21	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £17	Average duration12m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£2 - £2	Average duration20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £12

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to Bath by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Bristol to Bath?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Bath start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £12. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bristol to Bath?
The average train journey time from Bristol to Bath is 12m, covering a distance of 11 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 11m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Bristol to Bath route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Bath?
The earliest train from Bristol to Bath departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/01

£12

25/01

£11

Today

£12

27/01

£12

28/01

No data

29/01

£12

30/01

£12

31/01

£12

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Bath was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of £11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bristol to Bath as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £16 for a train ticket from Bristol to Bath based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2026-01-31.