What is the cheapest way to get from South Wales to Bath?

The cheapest way to get from South Wales to Bath is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Wales to Bath?

The fastest way to get from South Wales to Bath is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between South Wales and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from South Wales station to Bath. However, there are services departing from Fernhill station and arriving at James Street West via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8, Cardiff North Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between South Wales and Bath?

No, there is no direct train from South Wales to Bath. However, there are services departing from Cwmbach and arriving at Bath Spa via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from South Wales to Bath?

The distance between South Wales and Bath is 71 miles. The road distance is 62.8 miles.

How do I travel from South Wales to Bath without a car?

The best way to get from South Wales to Bath without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from South Wales to Bath?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from South Wales to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Wales to Bath bus from?

South Wales to Bath bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8.

Where do I catch the South Wales to Bath train from?

South Wales to Bath train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbach station.

Train or bus from South Wales to Bath?

The best way to get from South Wales to Bath is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £27 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the South Wales to Bath bus arrive?

South Wales to Bath bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GF station.

Where does the South Wales to Bath train arrive?

South Wales to Bath train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from South Wales to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between South Wales to Bath is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from South Wales to Bath.

How do I get a train ticket from South Wales to Bath?

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South Wales to Bath - 3 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from South Wales to Bath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bath Spatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 47m
£31–59
Line 132 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to James Street Westbus 39 / ...
4h 27m
£16–26
Drive 62.4 mi
1. Drive from South Wales to Bathcar 62.4 mi
1h 39m
£16–22

South Wales to Bath by train

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Distance: 70.5 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between South Wales and Bath, England?

You can take a train from Cwmbach to Bath Spa via Cardiff Central in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fernhill station to James Street West via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8, Greyfriars Road GF, Cardiff North Road, Bristol Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 27m.

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