Timetable
Train route
Cheap train tickets
  1. Trip.com
  2. Trains
  3. UK
  4. Route
  5. Reading to Bath

Reading to Bath train route details

First train
First train
05:49
Last train
Last train
23:27
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Bath
Journey time
Journey time
49m
Distance
Distance
60 miles
Price
Price
£16.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

What are the next train times from Reading to Bath?

Check all Reading to Bath journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
View More Trains
DepartsArrivesOperator
Find Tickets
05:49
54m, Direct
Reading
06:43
Bath Spa
Great Western Railway
Find Tickets
06:27
54m, Direct
Reading
07:21
Bath Spa
Great Western Railway
Find Tickets
06:53
51m, Direct
Reading
07:44
Bath Spa
Great Western Railway
Find Tickets
06:58
4h 38m, 3 change
Reading
11:36
Bath Spa
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
Find Tickets
07:25
54m, Direct
Reading
08:19
Bath Spa
Great Western Railway
Find Tickets
07:54
49m, Direct
Reading
08:43
Paris
Great Western Railway
Find Tickets
Explore the cheapest prices to Bath from Reading this week
Ticket prices for Reading to Bath typically cost around £16.00, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
£16.00
Wed15Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
£16.00
Thu16Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
£16.00
Fri17Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
£16.00
Sat18Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
£16.00
Sun19Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
£16.00
Mon20Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
£16.00
Tue21Apr
View More Trains
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Where to stay near Bath

  • Apex City of Bath Hotel
    Apex City of Bath Hotel
    James St W
    9.4/10
    254 review
  • YHA Bath
    YHA Bath
    YHA, Fiesole, Bathwick Hill, Bathwick
    8.7/10
    65 review
  • Lansdown Grove Hotel
    Lansdown Grove Hotel
    Lansdown Rd
    9.1/10
    117 review
  • Hampton by Hilton Bath City
    Hampton by Hilton Bath City
    Avon St
    9.0/10
    310 review
  • Hotel Indigo BATH by IHG
    Hotel Indigo BATH by IHG
    2-8 S Parade
    9.5/10
    112 review
  • No.15 by guesthouse bath
    No.15 by guesthouse bath
    15 Great Pulteney St
    9.2/10
    121 review
  • The Z Hotel Bath
    The Z Hotel Bath
    7 Saw Cl
    9.1/10
    119 review
  • Holiday Inn Express BATH by IHG
    Holiday Inn Express BATH by IHG
    Lower Bristol Rd, Brougham Hayes
    8.5/10
    208 review

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Bath

Book in advance

Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Reading to Bath. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
<a href="https://uk.trip.com/trains/guide/what-is-a-split-save-train-ticket/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Split Tickets discount</a>

Split Tickets discount

It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
<a href="https://uk.trip.com/trains/guide/travel-with-large-groups/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Group travel deals</a>

Group travel deals

If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Reading to Bath more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
<a href="/trains/uk/season-ticket/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Season tickets for frequent travellers</a>

Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Reading and Bath on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.

Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Why book train tickets on Trip.com?

  • Split Tickets

    Best Price Promise

    If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*
  • Split Tickets

    Split Tickets

    Split your journey for cheaper train fares
  • Split Tickets

    National Rail Partners

    Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer service
  • Split Tickets

    No Booking Fees on the App

    Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees

Recommendations

  • Trains from Reading

  • Trains to Bath

  • Popular Routes

  • Top Destinations

  • Popular stations

  • Live times

*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.