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

The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Bath start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Bath?

The average train journey time from Gloucester to Bath is 1h 19m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 9m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Bath route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Gloucester to Bath departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 19:12.

Train Gloucester to Bath from £7

Next train departures

Next departures from Gloucester to Bath on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:38	Gloucester	1h 23m	09:01	Bath Spa	Cheapest
Train	07:07	Gloucester	1h 10m	08:17	Bath Spa	Fastest
Train	08:09	Gloucester	1h 15m	09:24	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	08:41	Gloucester	1h 20m	10:01	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	15:08	Gloucester	1h 16m	16:24	Bath Spa	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Bath on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:09	Gloucester	1h 11m	16:20	Bath Spa	Cheapest
Train	08:11	Gloucester	1h 9m	09:20	Bath Spa	Fastest
Train	07:34	Gloucester	1h 25m	08:59	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	07:34	Gloucester	1h 25m	08:59	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	07:49	Gloucester	1h 22m	09:11	Bath Spa	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Bath on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:49	Gloucester	1h 22m	09:11	Bath Spa	Cheapest
Train	08:11	Gloucester	1h 9m	09:20	Bath Spa	Fastest
Train	07:34	Gloucester	1h 25m	08:59	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	07:34	Gloucester	1h 25m	08:59	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	07:49	Gloucester	1h 22m	09:11	Bath Spa	No tags

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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 1 hour 19 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 19mAverage duration

35 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£17 - £18	Average duration2h 38m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £44	Average duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

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 £8

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Bath?
The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Bath start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Bath?
The average train journey time from Gloucester to Bath is 1h 19m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 9m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Bath route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gloucester to Bath?
The earliest train from Gloucester to Bath departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 19:12.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£14

10/12

£16

Today

£8

12/12

£8

13/12

£13

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No data

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No data

16/12

£14

The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Bath was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £43 for a train ticket from Gloucester to Bath based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Gloucester to Bath?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2h 38m	Avg price£18	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 19m	Avg price£17	Daily departures6

The best way to travel between Gloucester and Bath is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £17 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £8. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bath, choose the train, as it will take you from Gloucester to Bath in about 1h 19m – that's the fastest way to get there!