Cardiff Central to Bath Spa Trains From £5.50*

With the Great Western Railway (GWR), the journey from Cardiff Central to Bath Spa takes just over an hour. On this trip, you’ll pass from Wales into England. You’ll first head northeast towards Newport and then cross the River Severn, the longest and broadest river in the UK and then continue towards Bath in Somerset.

Great Western Railway offers services that help connect the West of England and South Wales, along with inter-city trains to West London and the Thames Valley.

Departing from Cardiff Central

Cardiff Central is easily accessible due to its location and convenient public transportation options. Located on Central Square, the station is near Cardiff Bus Station, which is also situated at Central Square. Local taxi services can also drop you off on Saunders Road, just off the main square.

Cardiff Central Square is also filled with lovely cafes, shops, and restaurants that can easily set you up for your journey to Bath.

Transport for Wales handles most regional Welsh services from Cardiff Central. Meanwhile, GWR and CrossCountry run most cross-border services into England from this station.

Main stops

There are usually only three stops from Cardiff Central to Bath Spa with GWR. These are at Newport, Filton Abbey Wood, and Bristol Temple Meads. These stops may change, so it’s recommended that you check in advance before travelling to avoid disappointment.

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Arriving at Bath Spa

Once you arrive at Bath Spa, you’ll immediately notice its beautiful Grade II-listed station building. Operated by GWR, Bath Spa is also the busiest station in Somerset, and the second busiest in South West England behind only Bristol Temple Meads. The station provides connections to key destinations such as London Paddington, Bristol, Penzance, and Bristol Temple Meads, making it a vital hub for regional travel.

The station itself is on Dorchester Street, near the city centre of Bath. It’s perfectly possible to walk into the city centre if you’d like to see some of the features of one of the UK’s most elegant cities. However, if you’d prefer to take public transport, a taxi rank is located at the station’s entrance and local buses stop nearby.

There’s an absolute mountain of things to see and do in Bath that are beside the station. For instance, it’s only a few minutes walk from the station to Bath City Parade Gardens, or the well-known and celebrated Roman Baths, from where the city gets its name.

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: Up to three pieces of luggage. Small suitcases, bags, medium-sized luggage, and larger items are permitted. Large items maximum 25x40x70 cm.
• 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. 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: Helps with journey planning, ticketing, seat and wheelchair space booking, boarding and alighting with ramps, station navigation, and luggage handling. Booking in advance is recommended for a seamless experience.

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