Bournemouth to Bath train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Bournemouth to Bath by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bournemouth to Bath take around 2 hours and 7 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 80 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bournemouth is scheduled to depart at around  05:15. The last departure is usually at around 23:28 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bournemouth at around 05:42, with the last train leaving at around 22:12. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 39 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 21 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$68.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Bath, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Bath.

Is there a direct train from Bournemouth to Bath?

The journey between Bournemouth and Bath usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bournemouth to Bath every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Bournemouth to Bath?

The Bournemouth to Bath train travel takes about 2 hours and 7 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bournemouth to Bath train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bath leaving Bournemouth at around 05:15 and the last train leaving at around 23:28 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bournemouth at around 05:42, with the final departure at 22:12.