The cheapest and fastest trains from London to St Austell
Cheapest price
€101
Average price
€102
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
350 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London 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 London to St Austell will cost around €102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €101.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for St Austell on Sun, Dec 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 350 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 34 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to St Austell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to St Austell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €29.
Distance: 217 miles (350 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€97 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €125 Average price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to St Austell train times
The table below shows live departures for London to St Austell trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G04840 | On time 12:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h09 | 4:12 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G04844 | On time 1:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h11 | 5:14 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 7 | |||||
![]() | 7:33 AM London | 4h34 | 12:07 PM St Austell | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:34 AM London | 4h33 | 12:07 PM St Austell | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:44 AM London | 4h23 | 12:07 PM St Austell | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:59 AM London | 4h09 | 1:08 PM St Austell | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:03 AM London | 4h05 | 1:08 PM St Austell | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to St Austell
Trains from London to St Austell run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 217 miles (350 km) distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 217 miles (350 km) |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€53) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 04:17 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from London to St Austell trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between London and St Austell from $29 (€23). 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 London to St Austell
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to St Austell
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline. The National key toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are on platforms 1, 9/10 and 13/14
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Brighton Yard side of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through services: Grant Road Bus Stop A All arrivals (except via Wandsworth Town): St Johns Hill Bus Stop C Arrivals via Wandsworth Town: Grant Road Bus Stop R
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 08:40 - 16:45 Sunday 09:15 - 17:45
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Ramp access to platform 1 (to St Pancras). Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is at the station front by the book exchange. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside main entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:50 - 19:00 Sunday 09:45 - 16:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: East bound buses go from the station carpark. Westbound and Newquay buses go from the bus station
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