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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
zł45
Average price
zł45
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Truro 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 Truro to St Austell will cost around zł45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł45.
Of the 1 trains that leave Truro for St Austell on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 16 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 Truro to St Austell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł38, and a train costs an average of zł23.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł43 Average price | zł39 Average price Cheapest | zł21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m 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 Truro to St Austell:
A bus is zł4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Truro to St Austell costing on average zł43.
Other travel options to St Austell take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (16m by train vs 29m by car). Tickets start at around zł43 compared to roughly zł21 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 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 Truro to St Austell trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:54 PM Truro | 0h16 | 2:10 PM St Austell | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Truro to St Austell run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł23 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 16m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price zł23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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Busiest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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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 Truro 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 Truro to St Austell trains use the Truro to St Austell station pair. Use this guide to compare Truro and St Austell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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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