The cheapest and fastest trains from St Erth to Swindon
Cheapest price
£178
Average price
£182
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Erth to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Erth to Swindon will cost around £182 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £178.
Of the 3 trains that leave St Erth for Swindon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 14 m 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.
17:594h40St Erth22:39Swindon£1781One-way0 changes
21:555h04St Erth2:59Swindon£1781One-way0 changes
16:245h14St Erth21:38Swindon£1901One-way1 change
17:594h40St Erth22:39Swindon£1781One-way0 changes
21:555h04St Erth2:59Swindon£1781One-way0 changes
16:245h14St Erth21:38Swindon£1901One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for St Erth to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Erth to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £70. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, and a train costs an average of £178.
Distance: 299 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£183 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 44m Average total duration 17h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
St Erth to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for St Erth to Swindon trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:24 St Erth | 5h14 | 21:38 Swindon | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:59 St Erth | 4h40 | 22:39 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:55 St Erth | 5h04 | 2:59 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets St Erth to Swindon by coach or train
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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 Great Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from St Erth to Swindon.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Erth to Swindon
Trains from St Erth to Swindon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £178 but you can travel from only £70 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 14:38. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £178 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 40m |
First train 6:36 |
Last train 14:38 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from St Erth to Swindon trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between St Erth and Swindon from £70. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: St Erth to Swindon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Erth to Swindon 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 Swindon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Erth and Swindon
Most St Erth to Swindon trains use the St Erth to Swindon station pair. Use this guide to compare St Erth and Swindon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Erth station do trains to Swindon leave from?
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.
Which Swindon station do trains from St Erth arrive at?
Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre
Swindon train station facilities and services
Swindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swindon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon. ATMs are available at Swindon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swindon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swindon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swindon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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