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Wheal Martyn Clay Works
Excellent museum on Cornwall's china clay industry, with historic machinery, rail exhibits, and strong local context.
Cheapest price
$236
Average price
$270
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
11 h 55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashchurch 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 Ashchurch to St Austell will cost around $270 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $236.
It's difficult to get from Ashchurch to St Austell without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ashchurch to St Austell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $109.
Distance: 162 miles (262 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$109 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ashchurch to St Austell:
A bus is $72 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ashchurch to St Austell costing on average $109 (€89).
Other travel options to St Austell take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 55m.
Tickets start at around $109 (€89) compared to roughly $69 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-39.87 (€-32.45). The journey takes 5h 2m versus 3h 18m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Ashchurch to St Austell trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:13 PM Ashchurch For Tewkesbury | 5h39 | 7:52 PM St Austell | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:10 PM Ashchurch For Tewkesbury | 11h30 | 9:40 AM St Austell | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Ashchurch to St Austell run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€88) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 05:53. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€88) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 5:53 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Discover the best of St Austell — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St Austell trip today.
Excellent museum on Cornwall's china clay industry, with historic machinery, rail exhibits, and strong local context.
Harbour-side museum in a listed former storehouse, covering local shipwrecks, trade, and maritime life in Charlestown.
Gallery space within a major attraction, showing changing exhibitions linked to plants, landscape, and environmental themes.
World-famous biomes and vast reclaimed landscape with global plant collections, art, and sustainability themes.
Renowned restored gardens with romantic paths, productive plots, and atmospheric history hidden after decades of neglect.
Historic harbour village known for tall ships, film locations, waterfront walks, and distinctive Georgian character.
A classic Cornish bake of beef, potato, swede and onion in pastry. It is Cornwall’s signature handheld meal and strongly tied to local mining history.
Small pilchards caught in Cornish waters, usually grilled or fried. They are a long-standing local coastal staple with a rich regional fishing heritage.
Mussels harvested from Cornish waters, often served steamed in cider, wine or cream. They are prized locally for freshness and strong seaside character.
Well-known brewery venue serving local beers, pub classics and Sunday roasts in a traditional inn setting linked to St Austell brewing heritage.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant at Carlyon Bay Hotel with polished service, seasonal tasting menus and elegant sea-view surroundings.
Popular seafood-focused restaurant in Charlestown known for fresh local fish, harbour atmosphere and dependable modern British cooking.
Moderate for UK seaside towns. Lodging rises in summer, but dining and local transit are generally manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is not expected, but small change is appreciated.
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St Austell Railway Station -> St Austell Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashchurch to St Austell 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 Austell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ashchurch to St Austell trains use the Ashchurch for Tewkesbury to St Austell station pair. Use this guide to compare Ashchurch and St Austell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ashchurch for Tewkesbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ashchurch for Tewkesbury: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Ashchurch for Tewkesbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashchurch for Tewkesbury: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to both platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
St Austell is 1 km from St Austell city centre. Public transport options include:
St Austell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at St Austell.
Wi-Fi is available at St Austell.
Ticket office support is available at St Austell.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Austell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Austell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Austell: 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 both platforms via a liftbridge. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Self service Ticket Machine is located at the entrance to platform 2, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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