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Royal Cornwall Museum
Cornwall's leading museum, with archaeology, natural history, art, and Cornish culture collections. Essential for understanding the county in one visit.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Austell to Truro 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 Truro will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 1 trains that leave St Austell for Truro on Fri, Aug 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 15 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Austell to Truro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Austell to Truro:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from St Austell to Truro costing on average $19 (€15).
Other travel options to Truro take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 22m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (15m by train vs 29m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $6 (€5) 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.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
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.
The table below shows live departures for St Austell to Truro trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15160 | On time 8:19 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0h15 | 8:34 AM Truro station (TRU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y41568 | On time 8:41 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0h16 | 8:57 AM Truro station (TRU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15161 | On time 9:17 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0h15 | 9:32 AM Truro station (TRU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66472 | On time 9:42 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0h15 | 9:57 AM Truro station (TRU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y41578 | On time 10:17 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0h15 | 10:32 AM Truro station (TRU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G14977 | On time 10:44 AM St Austell station (SAU) | 0h15 | 10:59 AM Truro station (TRU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from St Austell to Truro run on average 8 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 15m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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Discover the best of Truro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Truro trip today.
Cornwall's leading museum, with archaeology, natural history, art, and Cornish culture collections. Essential for understanding the county in one visit.
Contemporary art venue in central Truro presenting changing exhibitions by regional and national artists. A strong choice for current Cornish creative work.
Independent gallery showing modern Cornish painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Worth a stop for collectors and visitors seeking local artistic talent.
Green riverside estate with woodland walks, gardens, and estuary views just outside the city. Excellent for a peaceful break from central sightseeing.
Truro's main shopping street, lined with handsome facades, independent stores, and busy city life. Ideal for exploring the heart of the center on foot.
Attractive Georgian street known for elegant terraces and galleries. One of Truro's most characterful urban walks for architecture and local browsing.
A hearty pie of beef, potato, swede and onion in a crimped pastry case. It is Cornwall’s most famous portable meal and a protected regional specialty.
Small oily fish landed in Cornwall, usually grilled or pan-fried. They are a classic local catch tied to the county’s fishing heritage.
A sweet saffron-enriched yeast bun with dried fruit, long baked in Cornwall. Its rich aroma reflects historic links to the spice trade.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining by chef Paul Ainsworth in Truro, known for refined seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Smart but casual restaurant and wine bar focused on local produce, modern British plates and a well-regarded drinks list.
Long-established city-centre restaurant serving Cornish seafood and British classics in a relaxed, dependable setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local buses are manageable versus bigger tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell to Truro 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 Truro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most St Austell to Truro trains use the St Austell to Truro station pair. Use this guide to compare St Austell and Truro train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Truro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Truro.
Wi-Fi is available at Truro.
Ticket office support is available at Truro.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Truro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Truro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Truro: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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