Getting there

Planes

The nearest airport is Bristol International | about half an hour’s drive from Bath.

Trains

Trains leave from London Paddington for Bath Spa every half hour or so, and take about 90 mins. The city is fairly well connected with links to destinations across the country; see www.thetrainline.com for routes and fares.

Automobiles

From London | take the M4 | then follow signposts for Bath | starting at junction 18. The drive will take two or three hours | depending on traffic. To the west | Bristol is around 30 minutes away by car. For car hire | go to www.hertz.co.uk. Smith cardholders get a 10 per cent discount; quote '635230' when you reserve the car.