St Austell to London train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Austell to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 21

Cheapest price on Sep 21

€102

Average ticket price on Sep 21

€102

Fastest journey on Sep 21

4 h 15 m

Average journey duration on Sep 21

4 h 18 m

Trains on Sep 21

6

Distance

350 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Austell to London 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 London will cost around €102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €102.

Fast trains

On Mon, Sep 21, we found 6 trains from St Austell to London, including 5 direct services.

On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 350 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .

On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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.

  • Great Western RailwayW34566
    9:11 AM4h18
    St Austell station (SAU)
    1:29 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    1021One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34562
    8:05 AM4h24
    St Austell station (SAU)
    12:29 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    1021One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34583
    1:11 PM4h18
    St Austell station (SAU)
    5:29 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    1021One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34572
    10:10 AM4h19
    St Austell station (SAU)
    2:29 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    1021One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34577
    11:15 AM4h15
    St Austell station (SAU)
    3:30 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    1021One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for St Austell to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Austell to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, while a flight costs an average of €138.

Distance: 350 km

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Driving

€86

Average price

€38

Average price

Cheapest

€138

Average price

€88

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 18m

Average total duration

4h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 10m

Average total duration

7h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 15m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 6m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.1kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from St Austell to London is a bus with an average price of €38.

This is compared to other travel options from St Austell to London:

A bus is €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Austell to London costing on average €86.

A bus is €100 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St Austell to London costing on average €138.

The fastest way to travel from St Austell to London is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 48m.

Bus takes on average 7h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between St Austell and London including taking a train, bus, and flight.

Live departures

St Austell to London train times

The table below shows live departures for St Austell to London trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC01237
On time
9:04 AM St Austell station (SAU)
4h25
1:29 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC01238
On time
10:04 AM St Austell station (SAU)
4h25
2:29 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC32994
On time
11:08 AM St Austell station (SAU)
4h16
3:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC33240 · W35407
On time
11:42 AM St Austell station (SAU)
4h42
4:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35408
On time
1:14 PM St Austell station (SAU)
4h10
5:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC48441 · C00808
On time
1:45 PM St Austell station (SAU)
4h39
6:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC01240
On time
3:13 PM St Austell station (SAU)
4h12
7:25 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC01240
On time
3:21 PM Par station (PAR)
4h04
7:25 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC00057
On time
4:16 PM St Austell station (SAU)
4h08
8:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC00057
On time
4:23 PM Par station (PAR)
4h01
8:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC33319 · C00807
Delayed
3:27 PM 4:25 PMLuxulyan station (LUX)
4h59
9:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC33319 · C33340 · C01230
Delayed
3:27 PM 4:25 PMLuxulyan station (LUX)
4h42
9:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayC33340 · C01230
On time
4:39 PM St Austell station (SAU)
4h28
9:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC33340 · C01230
On time
4:46 PM Par station (PAR)
4h21
9:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC00807
On time
5:14 PM St Austell station (SAU)
4h10
9:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC00807
On time
5:21 PM Par station (PAR)
4h03
9:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC33324 · C33006
On time
6:22 PM Luxulyan station (LUX)
5h12
11:34 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC33006
On time
6:52 PM St Austell station (SAU)
4h42
11:34 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC33006
On time
6:59 PM Par station (PAR)
4h35
11:34 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC48447 · V13495
On time
7:10 PM St Austell station (SAU)
5h07
12:17 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC48447 · V13495
On time
7:17 PM Par station (PAR)
5h00
12:17 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC33327 · C48946 · W34546
Delayed
6:57 PM 7:55 PMLuxulyan station (LUX)
9h09
5:04 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Austell to London

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Trains from St Austell to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 350 km distance in 4h 3m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €19
Distance
350 km
Average train duration
4h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
€35
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
4h 3m
First train
5:12 AM
Last train
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €19

Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from St Austell to London trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between St Austell and London from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
4h 27m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€84
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
5h 19m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
€101
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
4h 3m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€86
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from St Austell to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from St Austell to London can start from as little as €35 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for St Austell to London is €86; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from St Austell to London is 4h 3m to travel the 350 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from St Austell to London leaves at 5:12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from St Austell to London leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes,there are 4 direct trains a day from St Austell to London with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from St Austell to London, you can count on Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between St Austell and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to London from St Austell is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 3m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from St Austell to London is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between St Austell and London including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from St Austell to London

Most St Austell to London trains use the St Austell to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at London Euston. Use this guide to compare St Austell and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in St Austell
Arrival train stations in London

Which St Austell station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from St Austell to London leave from St Austell. The station is 2 km from St Austell city centre at St Austell station, High Cross Street, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4LA.
St AustellSt Austell station, High Cross Street, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4LA+44 3451652030WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to St Austell from St Austell city centre

St Austell is 1 km from St Austell city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus30, 26, 28, 25, 24, 24A, 29 · 4m · €2 · every ~7 min

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.

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