The cheapest and fastest buses from Plymouth to St Austell
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plymouth to St Austell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to St Austell will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 2 buses that leave Plymouth for St Austell on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
3:45 PM1h05Plymouth4:50 PMSt Austell$111One-way0 transfers
4:45 PM1h05Plymouth5:50 PMSt Austell$141One-way0 transfers
4:45 PM1h05Plymouth5:50 PMSt Austell$141One-way0 transfers
3:45 PM1h05Plymouth4:50 PMSt Austell$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Plymouth to St Austell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to St Austell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to St Austell:
A train is $0.28 (€0.23) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Plymouth to St Austell costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to St Austell take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 8m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 8m by bus vs 1h 10m by car) and save roughly $3 (€2) compared to fuel and tolls ($12 (€10) vs $14 (€12)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by National Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Plymouth to St Austell Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Live departures
Plymouth to St Austell bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to St Austell buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX504 | 4:45 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h05 | 5:50 PM St Austell, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to St Austell
Buses from Plymouth to St Austell run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 22:39. The fastest bus covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 6:15 AM |
Last bus 10:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Plymouth to St AustellYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to St Austell with National Express for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Plymouth to St Austell
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to St Austell by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Austell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Plymouth to St Austell
Most Plymouth to St Austell buses use the Plymouth, Coach Station to St Austell, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and St Austell bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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