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Cardiff to Bath Spa train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Bath Spa? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 11.31, with average prices for this route around AU$ 11.77. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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09:18
Cardiff Central
10:31
Bath Spa
1h 13m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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10:25
Cardiff Central
11:33
Bath Spa
1h 8m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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10:57
Cardiff Central
12:11
Bath Spa
1h 14m, No directGreat Western Railway
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11:25
Cardiff Central
12:32
Bath Spa
1h 7m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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12:25
Cardiff Central
13:32
Bath Spa
1h 7m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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13:00
Cardiff Central
14:11
Paris
1h 11m, No directGreat Western Railway
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Cardiff to Bath Spa train route details

First train
First train
09:18
Last train
Last train
23:11
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bath Spa
Journey time
Journey time
1h 4m
Distance
Distance
59 km
Price
Price
AU$ 11.31*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Bath Spa

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Bath Spa during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Bath Spa for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cardiff to Bath Spa, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Cardiff to Bath Spa more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Bath Spa train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.