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Compare bus and train for Plymouth to St Erth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to St Erth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 58 miles (94 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to St Erth:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to St Erth costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to St Erth take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 42m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 1h 47m versus 1h 43m 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.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Why should you book Plymouth 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 Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to St Erth.
- 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 CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Plymouth to St Erth.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to St Erth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to St Erth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to St Erth
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Trains from Plymouth to St Erth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 58 miles (94 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 58 miles (94 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 10:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry from Plymouth to St Erth trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Plymouth and St Erth from $9 (€7). 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 Plymouth to St Erth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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
Popular train stations from Plymouth to St Erth
Most Plymouth to St Erth trains use the Plymouth to St Erth station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and St Erth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Plymouth station do trains to St Erth leave from?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: 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 lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, 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.
Which St Erth station do trains from Plymouth 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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