The cheapest and fastest trains from St Austell to Falmouth
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Austell to Falmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Austell to Falmouth will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 3 trains that leave St Austell for Falmouth on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 52 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.
12:26 PM0h49St Austell1:15 PMFalmouth$131One-way0 transfers
6:40 PM0h40St Austell7:20 PMFalmouth$141One-way0 transfers
10:23 AM0h52St Austell11:15 AMFalmouth$141One-way0 transfers
6:40 PM0h40St Austell7:20 PMFalmouth$141One-way0 transfers
12:26 PM0h49St Austell1:15 PMFalmouth$131One-way0 transfers
10:23 AM0h52St Austell11:15 AMFalmouth$141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for St Austell to Falmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Austell to Falmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Austell to Falmouth:
A bus is $1 (€0.87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Austell to Falmouth costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Falmouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (36m by train vs 52m by car). Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
St Austell to Falmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for St Austell to Falmouth trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:23 AM St Austell | 0h52 | 11:15 AM Falmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:26 PM St Austell | 0h49 | 1:15 PM Falmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Austell to Falmouth
Trains from St Austell to Falmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (30 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 10:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from St Austell to Falmouth trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between St Austell and Falmouth from $12 (€10). 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 St Austell to Falmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell to Falmouth 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 Falmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St Austell to Falmouth
Most St Austell to Falmouth trains use the St Austell to Falmouth Town station pair, with some services arriving at Penmere. Use this guide to compare St Austell and Falmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Austell station do trains to Falmouth leave from?
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.
Which Falmouth station do trains from St Austell arrive at?
Getting to Falmouth Town from Falmouth city centre
Falmouth Town train station facilities and services
Falmouth Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Falmouth Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Falmouth Town.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Falmouth Town: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Falmouth Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Falmouth Town: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” This station has step free access to the platform although access to the platform is via a long steep ramp. Due to narrow platforms, wheelchair users cannot alight or board the train from this station. 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Penmere from Falmouth city centre
Penmere train station facilities and services
Penmere has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penmere.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Penmere.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penmere: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Penmere: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penmere: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station. This station has step free access to the platform. This is via a ramp from the car park. 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Falmouth Docks from Falmouth city centre
Falmouth Docks is 1 km from Falmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Falmouth Docks train station facilities and services
Falmouth Docks has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Falmouth Docks.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Falmouth Docks.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Falmouth Docks: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Falmouth Docks: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Falmouth Docks: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at 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.
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