The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Cardiff
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Cardiff will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $28.
Of the 30 trains that leave Bath for Cardiff every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L231355:39 PM1h11Bath Spa (BTH)6:50 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$281One-way0 changes
L231334:39 PM1h09Bath Spa (BTH)5:48 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$281One-way0 changes
L23069 · L235484:59 PM1h20Bath Spa (BTH)6:19 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$281One-way1 change
P29884 · L235473:53 PM1h15Bath Spa (BTH)5:08 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$281One-way1 change
P33388 · L23305 · L230565:10 PM1h27Bath Spa (BTH)6:37 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$281One-way2 changes
L2312110:42 AM1h04Bath Spa (BTH)11:46 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$421One-way0 changes
L231292:38 PM1h08Bath Spa (BTH)3:46 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$281One-way0 changes
L2312311:42 AM1h08Bath Spa (BTH)12:50 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$421One-way0 changes
L2312512:39 PM1h08Bath Spa (BTH)1:47 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$281One-way0 changes
L231334:39 PM1h09Bath Spa (BTH)5:48 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bath to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 58 km
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$37 Average Price | $20 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bath to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Saturday, 16 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L23555 · L23291 · L23043 | 7:08 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h29 | 8:37 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
L23064 · L23044 | 7:23 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h22 | 8:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
L23514 · L23539 | 7:38 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h32 | 9:10 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
L23556 · L23293 · L23045 | 8:07 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h29 | 9:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
L23117 | 8:32 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h13 | 9:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
P33676 · L23540 | 8:51 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h23 | 10:14 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
P33332 · L23294 · L23046 | 9:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h30 | 10:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
L23119 | 9:41 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h11 | 10:52 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
P29854 · L23541 | 9:50 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h30 | 11:20 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
L23557 · L23295 · L23047 | 10:08 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h33 | 11:41 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
L23121 | 10:42 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h04 | 11:46 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
P29859 · L23542 | 10:48 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h31 | 12:19 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
P33339 · L23308 · L23048 | 11:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h30 | 12:40 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
L23123 | 11:42 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h08 | 12:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
L23073 · L23543 | 12:00 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h19 | 1:19 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
L23563 · L23049 | 12:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 1:40 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
L23125 | 12:39 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h08 | 1:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
L23209 · L23544 | 1:00 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h09 | 2:09 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
L23127 | 1:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h12 | 2:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
P29874 · L23545 | 1:53 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 3:20 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
P33691 · L23301 · L23052 | 2:10 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 3:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
L23129 | 2:38 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h08 | 3:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
P29879 · L23546 | 2:56 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h17 | 4:13 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
P33719 · L23303 · L23053 | 3:10 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 4:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
L23131 | 3:40 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h11 | 4:51 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
P29884 · L23547 | 3:53 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h15 | 5:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
L23133 | 4:39 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h09 | 5:48 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
L23069 · L23548 | 4:59 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h20 | 6:19 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
P33388 · L23305 · L23056 | 5:10 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
L23135 | 5:39 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h11 | 6:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Cardiff
Trains from Bath to Cardiff run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 but you can travel from only $16 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 1:55 AM |
Last train 11:19 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and Cardiff from $16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bath to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Cardiff by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Cardiff
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
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