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Compare train and coach for Cheltenham to St Erth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to St Erth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a train costs an average of £239.
Distance: 303 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£239 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cheltenham to St Erth:
A coach is £203 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham to St Erth costing on average £239.
Other travel options to St Erth take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 2m.
Tickets start at around £239 compared to roughly £58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-180.82. The journey takes 4h 38m versus 3h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Cheltenham to St Erth by train or coach
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Why should you book Cheltenham to St Erth trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Cheltenham to St Erth.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cheltenham to St Erth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to St Erth
Trains from Cheltenham to St Erth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £194 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 16:52. The fastest train covers the 303 km distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £194 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 16:52 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cheltenham to St Erth trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cheltenham and St Erth from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham to St Erth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to St Erth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Erth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and St Erth
Most Cheltenham to St Erth trains use the Cheltenham Spa to St Erth station pair. Use this guide to compare Cheltenham and St Erth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cheltenham station do trains to St Erth leave from?
Getting to Cheltenham Spa from Cheltenham city centre
Cheltenham Spa is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheltenham Spa train station facilities and services
Cheltenham Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Railway Inn, The Coconut Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham Spa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Cheltenham Spa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham Spa: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Queens Hotel Cheltenham, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham.
Which St Erth station do trains from Cheltenham arrive at?
Getting to St Erth from St Erth city centre
St Erth is 1 km from St Erth city centre. Public transport options include:
St Erth train station facilities and services
St Erth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Erth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Erth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Erth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Erth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Erth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Erth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” There is step free access from the station car parks to the platforms. There is no step free access between platforms 1 and 2. There is a stepped footbridge connecting these platforms. For arrivals from Penzance there is level access from the platform and to the St Ives branch platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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