The average train between Bath and Hale takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Bath to Hale. 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 every 3 hours between Bath and Hale. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 5:25 PM which arrives into Hale at 9:32 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bath to Hale? 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 Hale. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Hale station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.
Bath to Hale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Hale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Stockport station.
Book your Bath to Hale train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bath and Hale is 222.8 km. The road distance is 299 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Stockport every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 48m.