Bridgwater to St Austell train with Great Western Railway (GWR)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgwater to St Austell

Showing times and prices for 30 Jul

Cheapest price

£110

Average price

£115

Fastest journey

2 h 37 m

Average duration

2 h 52 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

152 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgwater to St Austell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bridgwater to St Austell will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Bridgwater for St Austell every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 152 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 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 Railway (GWR)
    8:052h37
    Bridgwater
    10:42St Austell
    £1101One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    19:502h54
    Bridgwater
    22:44St Austell
    £1101One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    15:433h00
    Bridgwater
    18:43St Austell
    £1171One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6:432h57
    Bridgwater
    9:40St Austell
    £1221One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bridgwater to St Austell

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to St Austell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £110.

Distance: 152 km

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Coach

£115

Average Price

£51

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Cheapest

3h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 21m

Average total duration

5h 51m

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30m

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Live departures

Bridgwater to St Austell train times

The table below shows live departures for Bridgwater to St Austell trains for today, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)15:43 Bridgwater
3h00
18:43 St Austell1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)19:50 Bridgwater
2h54
22:44 St Austell0 changesdirect
Thursday 30 July
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:43 Bridgwater
2h57
9:40 St Austell1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:05 Bridgwater
2h37
10:42 St Austell0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bridgwater to St Austell

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Trains from Bridgwater to St Austell run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £110 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 13:11. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 2h 37m.

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
Coach from £51
Distance
152 km
Average train duration
2h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£110
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 37m
First train
5:53
Last train
13:11
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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
Coach from £51

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bridgwater to St Austell trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bridgwater and St Austell from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
£110
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Bridgwater to St Austell train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bridgwater to St Austell can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £110, while the average price tends to be around £115.
The train journey from Bridgwater to St Austell covers a distance of 152 km and takes approximately 2h 37m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Bridgwater to St Austell is 152 km.
The first train from Bridgwater to St Austell leaves at 5:53.
The last train from Bridgwater to St Austell departs at 13:11.
Trains from Bridgwater to St Austell run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bridgwater to St Austell.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bridgwater and St Austell. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Bridgwater to St Austell, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bridgwater to St Austell.
The train station in Bridgwater that goes to St Austell is Bridgwater station (BWT), and it arrives at St Austell station (SAU).
The cheapest way to get from Bridgwater to St Austell is by coach, costing approximately £51.
Booking trains from Bridgwater to St Austell in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bridgwater to St Austell offers picturesque views of the English countryside, including glimpses of rolling hills and charming rural landscapes, especially as the route approaches Cornwall.
A day trip from Bridgwater to St Austell is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 37m one way. Trains run 3 times per day.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in St Austell is ideal to explore its main attractions, including the Eden Project, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, and local beaches.
Yes, you can take the train from Bridgwater to St Austell.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bridgwater and St Austell

Most Bridgwater to St Austell trains use the Bridgwater to St Austell station pair. Use this guide to compare Bridgwater and St Austell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bridgwater
Arrival train stations in St Austell

Which Bridgwater station do trains to St Austell leave from?

Trains from Bridgwater to St Austell leave from Bridgwater. The station is 1 km from Bridgwater city centre at Bridgwater station, St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB.
BridgwaterBridgwater station, St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB+44 3451652030ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Bridgwater from Bridgwater city centre

Bus375 · 14m · £4 · every ~3 min

Bridgwater train station facilities and services

Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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