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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to St Austell
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol 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 Bristol to St Austell will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for St Austell on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.
9:45 AM3h30Bristol1:15 PMSt Austell$551One-way0 transfers- 10:45 AM3h32Bristol2:17 PMSt Austell$581One-way0 transfers
- 12:45 PM3h26Bristol4:11 PMSt Austell$851One-way0 transfers
- 11:45 AM3h32Bristol3:17 PMSt Austell$861One-way0 transfers
- 12:45 PM3h26Bristol4:11 PMSt Austell$851One-way0 transfers
- 9:45 AM3h30Bristol1:15 PMSt Austell$551One-way0 transfers
- 11:45 AM3h32Bristol3:17 PMSt Austell$861One-way0 transfers
- 10:45 AM3h32Bristol2:17 PMSt Austell$581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to St Austell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to St Austell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 121 miles (196 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$69 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus 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 Bristol to St Austell:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to St Austell costing on average $69 (€57).
Other travel options to St Austell take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 33m.
Tickets start at around $69 (€57) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.04 (€-1.67). The journey takes 3h 22m versus 2h 53m 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.
Live departures
Bristol to St Austell train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to St Austell trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01130+G15166 | On time 8:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h32 | 11:43 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 1 transfer | |
| G01131+W34782 | On time 8:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 12:12 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 1 transfer | |
| G01133+Y41595 | On time 9:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h31 | 1:16 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 1 transfer | |
| G01135+W34790 | On time 10:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h22 | 2:07 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 1 transfer | |
| G01140+G15171 | On time 11:42 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h34 | 3:16 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 1 transfer | |
| W29862+G14980 | On time 12:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h13 | 3:58 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 1 transfer | |
| W29868 | On time 1:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h00 | 4:45 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29873+W34813 | On time 2:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h38 | 6:23 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 1 transfer | |
| G15189 · G15174 | On time 2:55 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h49 | 6:44 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 1 transfer | |
| G01148+W34820 | On time 3:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h29 | 7:14 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 1 transfer | |
| G01150+W34824 | On time 5:12 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h10 | 8:22 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to St Austell
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to St Austell run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (196 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 121 miles (196 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to St Austell trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and St Austell from $26 (€21). 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 Bristol to St Austell
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to St Austell
Most Bristol to St Austell trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to St Austell station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and St Austell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which St Austell station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to St Austell from St Austell city centre
St Austell is 1 km from St Austell city centre. Public transport options include:
St Austell train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at St Austell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Austell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Austell.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Austell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Austell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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