The average train between Leicester and Bath takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 hourly between Leicester and Bath. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Bath at 8:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Bath. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Bath station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Leicester to Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Leicester to Bath train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Leicester and Bath is 163.8 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Bath Spa via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 10m.