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Trip Summary
You can pick from 16 daily train trips between Bath and Salisbury. The average train journey from Bath to Salisbury takes one hour and 4 minutes, but some Great Western Railway train trips are as short as 57 minutes.
| Distance | 32 mi (52 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 57m |
| Lowest price | $12.89 |
| Trains per day | 16 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Bath to Salisbury?
Great Western Railway is the one and only train line which connects Bath to Salisbury. However, there are 16 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway | 16 | 1h 5m | $23.21 |
Great Western Railway is a train company in the United Kingdom responsible for rail services in the west of England and south Wales, including many intercity services to and from London. Whether you book a seat on a standard or first-class carriage, you can expect plenty of legroom, complimentary WiFi, power outlets/USB charging points, and onboard restrooms. There are also café cars or snacks trolleys onboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Bath to Salisbury tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Bath at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Bath to Salisbury.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Salisbury to Bath.
City Information
Bath
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A town named for its iconic Roman bathhouses, Bath is often described as one of Britain's prettiest cities. With over 2,000 years of history and spectacular architecture, Bath offers plenty of fascinating sights and activities.
When in Rome, do as the Romans do, and when in Bath... you also do as the Romans do! One of the most popular things to do in Bath is experience the city's Roman Baths. Lying beneath the city, the Roman Baths demonstrate a stunning example of what public baths and temples from the ancient world used to be like, with many artifacts and statues on display. Although you can't soak in these baths, visit one of the city's thermal spas for an almost-authentic experience.
One of England's most famed authors, Jane Austen, made Bath her home for several years. Fans of her work should visit the Jane Austen Centre, where you can learn her life story and even sit down for a traditional Regency-style tea.
Travel to Bath is simple as it's only 20 miles from Bristol International Airport. Buses from Bristol to Bath make transferring from the airport very easy. For domestic travelers, the Victorian Bath Spa train station is along the Great Western Railway and can be reached by various cities along the line. National Express and Megabus bus services also operate routes to Bath from all over the nation.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bath?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Bath Spa Station
Bath Spa Station is Bath's principal train station, located on the north bank of the Avon. The station is one of the stops on Great Western Railway’s London to Bristol line. CrossCountry trains also depart from Bath Spa Station on routes to Glasgow. The Tudor style station was built in 1840 on Brunel Square, now the location of several bars and restaurants adjacent to the station. The Dorchester Street bus station is directly outside the railway station, which makes transferring to buses seamless. From the railway station, walk north through the Southgate Shopping Centre to reach the historic core of Bath.
All train stations in Bath:
Bath Spa Station
Oldfield Park Station
Where is the train station in Salisbury?
Main arrival station: Salisbury Train Station
Salisbury has one train station.
All train stations in Salisbury:
Salisbury Train Station
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