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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
$423
Average price
$449
Fastest journey
6 h 19 m
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester to St Austell will cost around $449 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $423.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to St Austell without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to St Austell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $108.
Distance: 242 miles (390 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$94 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $176 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration 10h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to St Austell:
A bus is $33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to St Austell costing on average $94.
A bus is $115 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to St Austell costing on average $176.
Other travel options to St Austell take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 34m.
Bus takes on average 10h 12m.
Tickets start at around $94 compared to roughly $112 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18. The journey takes 6h 34m versus 5h 37m 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 Manchester to St Austell trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:03 AM Manchester | 7h12 | 3:15 PM St Austell | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:25 AM Manchester | 6h19 | 4:44 PM St Austell | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:03 PM Manchester | 6h19 | 8:22 PM St Austell | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:03 PM Manchester | 7h41 | 10:44 PM St Austell | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Manchester to St Austell run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 but you can travel from only $52 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 17:17. The fastest train covers the 242 miles (390 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 242 miles (390 km) |
Average train duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 5:17 PM |
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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 Manchester 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 Manchester to St Austell trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to St Austell station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and St Austell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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