London to Bath: travel options
Approximate direct distance: 155 km • Travel distance depends on the route and transport you choose.
Compare the options
Recorded fares and journey times. Check each operator before booking.
| Transport Mode | Operator | Duration | Price guide | Stations / Airports | Key Booking Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus Direct | National Express | About 3h 5m |
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Fare source checked: 6 Oct 2026 Fares vary by departure and ticket conditions. Tickets and times: National Express |
Dep: London Victoria Coach Station
Arr: Bath Bus Station, Dorchester Street
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Fastest published journey 2 hours 50 minutes; many departures take longer. Compare the total ticket price and your chosen arrival. |
| train Direct | Great Western Railway (GWR) | About 1h 25m |
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Fare source checked: 6 Oct 2026 Fares vary by departure and ticket conditions. Tickets and times: Great Western Railway (GWR) |
Dep: London Paddington
Arr: Bath Spa
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A suitable direct train takes about 1 hour 20 minutes; check the selected train and any engineering work. Reserve a realistic gap before timed admission. |
Choosing your journey
The train gives you more time in Bath; the coach can work when the fare and arrival time suit. Both arrive near the southern end of the centre.
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Travel from Paddington
GWR trains use Bath Spa. A suitable direct departure takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, though other journeys take longer. Read the weekend timetable before fixing a Roman Baths slot.
Compare the Victoria coach
National Express serves Bath Bus Station on Dorchester Street. Its fastest listed journey is 2 hours 50 minutes; allow longer for a departure with more stops or traffic. The bus and rail stations are close, so compare travel time and ticket terms as well as price.
Book one main interior
Walk to the abbey and Roman Baths area after arrival. The Roman Baths ticket is for an archaeological visit, not swimming. For a day trip, leave room for lunch and the return walk to the station rather than booking several tight timed entries.
Plan the arrival
The London guide and Bath guide explain the local journeys, places to stay and visits. Add the main travel ticket separately to your daily spending plan. The distance above is a straight-line comparison between the city centres; your train, road or flight route can be longer.
