The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to St Austell
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to St Austell will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 6 trains that leave Plymouth for St Austell on Sun, Dec 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
L16781
P29969
L16959
P29959
P31312
P29959
P29973
P29969
L16781
P31312Plymouth - St AustellCompare Great Western Rail, CrossCountry


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Plymouth to St Austell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to St Austell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€12 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Plymouth to St Austell train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to St Austell trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L16959 | On time 8:45 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h04 | 9:49 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P29959 | On time 9:30 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0h52 | 10:22 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L16781 | On time 9:58 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h00 | 10:58 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P31312 | On time 10:32 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h02 | 11:34 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P29969 | On time 11:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0h58 | 12:32 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P29973 | On time 12:10 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0h57 | 1:07 PM St Austell station (SAU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Plymouth to St Austell trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as CrossCountry, Cross Country and first_great_western offer trains services from Plymouth to St Austell. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Plymouth to St Austell.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country and first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to St Austell.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Plymouth to St Austell.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country and first_great_western to help you choose the right option for your journey from Plymouth to St Austell.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to St Austell.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to St Austell
Trains from Plymouth to St Austell run on average 5 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Plymouth to St Austell trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth and St Austell from $6 (€5). 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 Plymouth to St Austell
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to St Austell
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 all platforms via lifts and the station subway. 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 public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
- 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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