What is the cheapest way to get from Bath to Porton Down?

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Porton Down is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bath to Porton Down?

The fastest way to get from Bath to Porton Down is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Porton Down?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath to Porton Down. However, there are services departing from St Mary's Buildings and arriving at Firs Road Top via Market Place and Endless Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Bath to Porton Down?

The distance between Bath and Porton Down is 50 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

How do I travel from Bath to Porton Down without a car?

The best way to get from Bath to Porton Down without a car is to train and line 66 bus which takes 2h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bath to Porton Down?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Bath to Porton Down, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Porton Down bus from?

Bath to Porton Down bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from St Mary's Buildings station.

Where does the Bath to Porton Down bus arrive?

Bath to Porton Down bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Market Place station.

Can I drive from Bath to Porton Down?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Porton Down is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Bath to Porton Down.

Where can I stay near Porton Down?

There are 505+ hotels available in Porton Down.

Bath to Porton Down - 5 ways to travel via train, line 66 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bath to Porton Down by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 66 bus
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to SalisburyCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SB to Porton Science Park66
2h 42m
Drive 41.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Porton Down41.7 mi
1h 6m
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Buildings to Market PlaceD2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Blue Boar Row24
3h 37m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bath to Porton Down41.7 mi
1h 6m
£85–110
Line 272 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Place Bus Island272 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Pelican to TescoX2 / ...
4h 14m

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Distance: 49.4 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Bath, England and Porton Down, England?

You can take a bus from St Mary's Buildings to Firs Road Top via Market Place, Blue Boar Row, and Endless Street in around 3h 37m.

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