What is the cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Bath?

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Bath is to bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to Bath?

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Bath is to train via Bristol Temple Meads which takes 2h 16m and costs £60 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Bath station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Airport Tavern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Bath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Bath Spa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Bath?

The distance between Plymouth and Bath is 139 miles. The road distance is 121.6 miles.

How do I travel from Plymouth to Bath without a car?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Bath without a car is to train via Bristol Temple Meads which takes 2h 16m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Plymouth to Bath?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Plymouth to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Bath bus from?

Plymouth to Bath bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Bath train from?

Plymouth to Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Bath?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Bath is to train via Bristol Temple Meads which takes 2h 16m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Plymouth to Bath bus arrive?

Plymouth to Bath bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Airport Tavern station.

Where does the Plymouth to Bath train arrive?

Plymouth to Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Bath is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Plymouth to Bath.

How do I get a train ticket from Plymouth to Bath?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Bath?

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Where can I stay near Bath?

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There are 5 ways to get from Plymouth to Bath by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol Temple Meads
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 16m
£62–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Airport Tavernbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Bus Stationbus A4
4h 22m
£8–12
Drive 120.9 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Bathcar 120.9 mi
2h 25m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bath Spatrain Plymouth - London Paddington / ...
2h 47m
£60–120
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
4h 27m
£17–57

Plymouth to Bath by train

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Distance: 138.1 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Bath, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Station via Airport Tavern in around 4h 22m.

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