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Outbound fromBrighton to Bath Spa by train
It takes an average of 4h 1m to travel from Brighton to Bath Spa by train, over a distance of around 103 miles (166 km). There are normally 86 trains per day travelling from Brighton to Bath Spa and tickets for this journey start from £24 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:13 | |
| Departure station | Brighton | |
| Arrival station | Bath Spa | |
| Journey time | From 3h 0m | |
| Distance | 103 miles (166 km) | |
| Frequency | 86 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £24 | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern |
How to travel from Brighton to Bath Spa by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Brighton to Bath Spa? Look no further.
You'll usually find 86 trains per day running between Brighton and Bath Spa, which usually take 4 hours 1 minute to complete the 103 miles (166 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Bath Spa by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Brighton to Bath Spa start from £24.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Bath Spa? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Brighton to Bath Spa
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Brighton to Bath Spa is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.