How to get from Plymouth to St Austell

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What is the best way to travel from Plymouth to St Austell?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to St Austell from Plymouth. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
1h 0m
£7
£8
2
Train
0h 54m
£4
£12
9

What is the cheapest way to reach St Austell from Plymouth?

You can reach St Austell with just £4 by taking a Train from CrossCountry, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £4
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £7
Thursday
from £7
Friday
Saturday
from £7
Sunday

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • CrossCountry
    0h 54m
    0
    08:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    09:41
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £4
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 3m
    0
    09:13
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    10:16
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £15
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    0h 56m
    0
    09:46
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    10:42
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £15
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 1m
    0
    10:14
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    11:15
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £15

    • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    16:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    18:00
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    06:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    07:25
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    16:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    18:00
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    06:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    07:25
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    16:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    18:00
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    06:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    07:25
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 5m
    0
    16:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    17:50
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    06:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    07:25
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8

What are the fastest trips from Plymouth to St Austell?

You can get to St Austell from Plymouth in just 0h 54m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 0h 54m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 1h 0m
Thursday
from 1h 0m
Friday
Saturday
from 1h 0m
Sunday

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • CrossCountry
    0h 54m
    0
    08:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    09:41
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £4
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    0h 56m
    0
    09:46
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    10:42
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £15
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 1m
    0
    10:14
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    11:15
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £15
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 3m
    0
    09:13
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    10:16
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £15

    • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    06:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    07:25
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    16:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    18:00
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    06:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    07:25
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    16:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    18:00
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    06:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    07:25
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    16:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    18:00
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 0m
    0
    06:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    07:25
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    1h 5m
    0
    16:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    17:50
    St Austell
    St. Austell Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Plymouth to St Austell

What are the most popular stations in Plymouth and St Austell?

In Plymouth, you will usually depart from Central Station, Dockyard Station or Marsh Mills, while in St Austell you will be arriving at St. Austell Central Station, Cornwall Services or London Apprentice, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to St Austell from Plymouth? With 3 connections between 3 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Plymouth and St Austell, you can pay as low as £4 with a Train from CrossCountry.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to St Austell in just 0h 54m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Plymouth and St Austell are National Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Plymouth and St Austell is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Torpoint or to Pentewan, and look at flights from , and landing at Cornwall Airport Newquay. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Plymouth to St Austell?

The most popular companies between Plymouth and St Austell, are National Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Plymouth to St Austell

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Plymouth to St Austell. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Plymouth to St Austell

How can I reach St Austell from Plymouth?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to St Austell from Plymouth.

How far is St Austell from Plymouth?

The distance between Plymouth and St Austell is 46.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Plymouth and St Austell?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 8 kgs, and a flight 11 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Plymouth to St Austell?

You can get to St Austell with just £4 by taking a Train from CrossCountry.

What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to St Austell?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to St Austell in just 0h 54m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Plymouth and to St Austell

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Plymouth and to St Austell. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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