Bristol Temple Meads to Bath Spa Trains From €12.21*

It takes just eleven minutes to travel from Bristol Temple Meads to Bath Spa with Great Western Railway (GWR). On your journey, you’ll swap Bristol’s wonderfully French Gothic-inspired train station for Bath Spa’s elegant Grade II-listed station, bolting across Bristol into Somerset to arrive at Bath.

Great Western Railway offers services that run across the West of England and South Wales, serving destinations like Swansea, Cardiff, Bristol, and Newport, along with inter-city trains to London and the Thames Valley.

Departing from Bristol Temple Meads

Departing from Bristol Temple Meads is fairly simple. Located just fifteen minutes from Bristol City Centre, it’s perfectly easy to walk to. However, if a taxi or bus suits your fancy, then local buses and taxis can also drop you off at the main entrance to the station. Buses also stop along the main road, Temple Gate.

Great Western Railway and CrossCountry are the leading train operators from Bristol Temple Meads, providing connections to major destinations such as London Paddington, Birmingham, Newcastle, Derby, Taunton, and Cardiff.

Main stops

There are no stops from Bristol Temple Meads to Bath Spa with Great Western Railway. Yet, routes can always change. So, it’s best to double-check before you travel to be sure.

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Arriving at Bath Spa

The train from Bristol Temple Meads will arrive at Bath Spa Train Station, the busiest station in Somerset. The Great Western Railway is the only train operator at the station, providing train services to destinations like Cardiff Central, Portsmouth Harbour, London Paddington, and Reading.

It’s located on Dorchester Street, right in the city centre of one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Meaning that it’s perfectly possible to walk into the city centre if you’d prefer, wistfully admiring the elegant features of the city’s predominantly eighteenth-century architecture. Nevertheless, there are also local buses nearby, and a taxi rank is available at the station’s exit.

Bath is the only city in the UK that has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so there are many things to do in this city that looks like it’s popped right out of a fantasy novel. Just as a taster, right from the station you’ll find the Palladian Bridges, Bath Abbey, and the luxury spa of the Royal Crescent Hotel, which is only a five-minute walk from the station. The legendary Roman Baths, from which the city gets its name, aren’t far, either.

Great Western Railway train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: First class includes more spacious seating, greater comfort, large tables, and exclusive dining options. It also offers access to First-Class lounges at London Paddington station.

Great Western Railway train travel advice

• Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. Under-seat and overhead storage provide generous space for cabin-sized carry-ons, laptop bags, and handbags.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead, while other animals must be in carriers. Additional pets cost half the adult fare, with a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bikes can be stored free of charge, but space is limited. It is strongly recommended that you book your ticket in advance to book a bike space.
• Children: Under 5s can travel for free, and children aged 5 to 15 can save 50% on their tickets. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: Assists with planning your journey, managing ticket purchases, reserving seats and wheelchair spaces, using ramps for boarding and alighting, navigating stations, and handling luggage. For a smooth experience, it is advisable to book in advance.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.