The average train between Lancaster and Bath takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancaster to Bath. 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 2 hours between Lancaster and Bath. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Bath at 11:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lancaster to Bath? 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 Lancaster to Bath. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Bath station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Lancaster to Bath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Bath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Lancaster to Bath train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Lancaster and Bath is 298.5 km. The road distance is 361 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Bath Spa via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 23m.