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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bodmin 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 Bodmin to St Austell will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 6 trains from Bodmin to St Austell, including 6 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 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.
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Trains from Bodmin to St Austell run on average 10 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 16m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bodmin to St Austell.
The table below shows live departures for Bodmin to St Austell trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G66478 | On time 9:49 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h19 | 10:08 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34779 | On time 10:06 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h16 | 10:22 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C33051 | On time 10:39 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h19 | 10:58 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y41594 | On time 11:16 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h18 | 11:34 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01222 | On time 12:12 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h19 | 12:31 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15160 | 7:59 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h19 | 8:18 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y41568 | 8:22 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h18 | 8:40 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15161 | 8:56 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h20 | 9:16 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66472 | 9:22 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0h19 | 9:41 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bodmin to St Austell with Great Western Railway and CrossCountry. Night trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. High-speed trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Regional trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bodmin 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 Bodmin to St Austell trains use the Bodmin Parkway to St Austell station pair. Use this guide to compare Bodmin and St Austell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bodmin Parkway is 4 km from Bodmin city centre. Public transport options include:
Bodmin Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Bodmin Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Bodmin Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bodmin Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Bodmin Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bodmin Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access available to Penzance bound platform, however access to the Plymouth bound platform is only via a footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station. Passenger Assist - Refer to station message, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
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.
Check train stations information for Bodmin and St Austell, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.