The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER)
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER) will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for St Erth station (SER) on Sun, Mar 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 08 the direct trains cover the 399 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Sun, Mar 08 the slowest trains will take 5 h 19 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 247 miles (399 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$125 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $167 Average price |
6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER) trains for today, Saturday, March 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L23076 · GW140300 · L23262 | On time 8:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 6h01 | 2:04 PM St Erth station (SER) | 2 transfers | |
L23078 · GW143800 · L23263 | On time 8:35 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h54 | 2:29 PM St Erth station (SER) | 2 transfers | |
P29856+ C75460 · XC113500+ V58982 | On time 9:00 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h59 | 2:59 PM St Erth station (SER) | 3 transfers | |
L23079 · GW143700 · L23264 | On time 10:02 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h28 | 3:30 PM St Erth station (SER) | 2 transfers | |
L23081 · GW143600 · L23266 | On time 10:35 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h59 | 4:34 PM St Erth station (SER) | 2 transfers | |
P29867+ C75083 · XC113300+ V58981 | On time 11:00 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h58 | 4:58 PM St Erth station (SER) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER)
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€68) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by flight.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 17:03. The fastest train covers the 247 miles (399 km) distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 247 miles (399 km) |
Average train duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€68) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 17:03 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and St Erth station (SER) from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER) 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 station (SER), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Paddington (PAD) to St Erth station (SER)
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 07:15 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Ticket office
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Approach to ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station
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