London Waterloo to Bath Spa Trains From £13.30*

Travel from London Waterloo to Bath Spa in just 1 hour and 50 minutes with Great Western Railway trains and the London Underground. With an easy hop across London, it’s a comfortable and convenient way to reach this UNESCO World Heritage city.

Travel through the edges of the Cotswolds and across Wiltshire’s rolling chalk downs, and enjoy views of the green English countryside en route to historic Bath.

With London Paddington as its interchange station, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates long-distance and regional services to the Cotswolds, the South West and South Wales, serving major destinations such as Hereford, Oxford, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Brighton, and Penzance. 

Departing from London Waterloo

Located in Zone 1 and easily accessible by four Underground lines – the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern, and Waterloo & City lines, London Waterloo station is one of the capital’s key rail terminals and provides great connections for both local and national travel. Situated on the vibrant South Bank, it’s just a short walk from the River Thames, the London Eye, and the National Theatre.

Operated by Network Rail, Waterloo station is the main hub for South Western Railway, which offers direct routes to destinations across southern England, including Portsmouth, Southampton, and Exeter. The station is fully accessible with step-free platform access, ticket machines, waiting rooms, baby changing facilities, and over 570 cycle storage spaces. So, whether you’re commuting or heading out on a longer journey, London Waterloo is both a convenient and comfortable station to depart from.

Main stops

After a quick hop on the Bakerloo Underground line to London Paddington, your London to Bath train with Great Western Railway will typically call at Reading, Didcot Parkway, Swindon and Chippenham before arriving in Bath. For anyone looking to avoid travelling through London, there’s also a longer alternative with a change at Salisbury.

Arriving into Bath Spa

Bath Spa station is centrally located on Brunel Place on the edge of the historic city of Bath, just a five-minute walk from its most iconic attractions.

As the main rail gateway to this UNESCO World Heritage city, Bath Spa station offers frequent services to London Paddington, Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff, as well as coastal destinations such as Weston-super-Mare and Penzance.

Exit the station and head down Southgate street, and you’ll soon find yourself in Bath’s historic centre, with its famous Roman Baths, Abbey, and elegant Pulteney Bridge. A gentle uphill stroll takes you to the architectural splendour of the Royal Crescent and the Circus. With peaceful riverside walks, Georgian gardens, and cultural gems like the Jane Austen Centre all nearby, Bath Spa station is the ideal starting point from which to explore this beautiful city.

Great Western Railway train classes 

• Standard Class: Travel in comfort on your London Waterloo to Bath Spa journey with free Wi-Fi, spacious seating, and restaurant car dining with locally sourced food and drink on most Great Western Railway services.
• First Class: Travelling London Waterloo to Bath Spa First Class ensures passengers extra comfort and convenience with wider seats with extra legroom, fast Wi-Fi, and table-side plug and USB sockets. Complementary snacks and drinks are also offered on selected routes. Some journeys also feature Pullman Dining, offering freshly prepared meals served at your seat. With exclusive lounge access in London Paddington before departure, and weekend upgrades from as little as £10.

Great Western Railway train travel advice

To help you on your journey from London Waterloo to Bath Spa, we provide all the information you might need for your journey, including luggage allowances, travelling with children and pets and assisted travel.

• Luggage: Passengers may bring up to three items of luggage, such as suitcases, holdalls or rucksacks, at no extra charge. They can be stowed in overhead and end-of-car racks to ensure they don’t block aisles or doors.
• Bicycles: Standard bikes and e-bikes are welcome on board Great Western Railway services with a free reservation. Space is limited, and e-scooters are not permitted. Folding bikes are permitted on all services, as long as they are folded and stored in luggage racks.
• Children: Kids under the age of 5 travel for free, while children aged between 5-15 can travel at half price. 16- and 17-year-olds are also eligible for a 50% discount with the 16-17 Saver railcard.
• Pets: Passengers are allowed to bring up to two pets free of charge. Dogs must be kept on a lead, and any other small pets should be transported in a carrier. All pets should be kept off seats and out of restaurant cars.
• Passenger Assist: Passengers in need of help with boarding, navigating stations or looking to reserve wheelchair space can arrange for assistance via Passenger Assist at the time of booking, via the app or at major stations on the day.

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