The average train between Bath and Essex takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Bath to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bath and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bath is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bath to Essex? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bath to Essex. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Essex station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Bath to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bath Spa station.
Bath to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Bath to Essex train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Bath and Essex is 209.7 km. The road distance is 245 km.
You can take a train from Bath Spa to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 28m.