St Erth to London train with Great Western Rail

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Compare train and coach for St Erth to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Erth to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £89.

Distance: 401 km

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Coach

£89

Average Price

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

5h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 22m

Average total duration

8h 52m

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30m

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Compare prices and tickets St Erth to London by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Why should you book St Erth to London trains with Omio?

Great Western Rail as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from St Erth to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from St Erth to London.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from St Erth to London.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from St Erth to London.

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 St Erth to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from St Erth to London

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Trains from St Erth to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £89 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 401 km distance in 5h 53m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26
Distance
401 km
Average train duration
5h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£89
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
5h 53m
First train
05:09
Last train
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from St Erth to London trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between St Erth and London from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 53m
Cheapest Price
£89
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£271
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 0m
Cheapest Price
£246
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
11 a day

FAQs: St Erth to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Erth to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from St Erth to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £89, while the average price tends to be around £89.
The train journey from St Erth to London covers a distance of 401 km and takes approximately 5h 53m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from St Erth to London is 401 km.
The first train from St Erth to London leaves at 5:09.
The last train from St Erth to London departs at 23:50.
Trains from St Erth to London run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Erth to London.
Yes, there is a direct train between St Erth and London. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from St Erth to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from St Erth to London.
The train station in St Erth that goes to London is St Erth station (SER), and it arrives at London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from St Erth to London is by coach, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from St Erth to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from St Erth to London offers scenic views, particularly through the Cornish countryside with its coastal vistas and rolling hills before reaching the more urban landscapes as you approach London.
A day trip from St Erth to London is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 53m and trains operate 4 times per day over a distance of 401 km.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from St Erth to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in St Erth and London

St Erth
London
The major train station for departures in St Erth is St Erth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Erth for your trip from St Erth to London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 07:15 - 15:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Ticket office
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Approach to ticket office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for St Erth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station

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