The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to St Erth
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£191
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£233
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
4 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
4 h 50 m
Trains on 20 Oct
15
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to St Erth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to St Erth will cost around £233 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £191.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 15 trains from Cheltenham to St Erth, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 303 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:145h16Cheltenham11:30St Erth£1911One-way1 change
7:295h01Cheltenham12:30St Erth£2211One-way1 change
16:314h39Cheltenham21:10St Erth£2211One-way1 change
23:0411h23Cheltenham10:27St Erth£2351One-way1 change
8:014h56Cheltenham12:57St Erth£2391One-way1 change
12:524h39Cheltenham17:31St Erth£2391One-way0 changes
16:314h39Cheltenham21:10St Erth£2211One-way1 change
8:014h56Cheltenham12:57St Erth£2391One-way1 change
11:524h56Cheltenham16:48St Erth£2391One-way1 change
9:525h00Cheltenham14:52St Erth£2391One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to St Erth
Trains from Cheltenham to St Erth run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £159 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 16:52. The fastest train covers the 303 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £159 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 50m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 16:52 |
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Live departures
Cheltenham to St Erth train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to St Erth trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:52 Cheltenham | 5h01 | 14:53 St Erth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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