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Compare train and coach for Paignton to St Austell
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paignton to St Austell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 86 km
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£77 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paignton to St Austell
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Trains from Paignton to St Austell run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 56m.
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 £15
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 05:53 |
Last train 21:11 |
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 £15
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Paignton to St Austell trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Paignton and St Austell from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£84
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
£75
first_great_western frequency
15 a day
FAQs: Paignton to St Austell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Paignton to St Austell can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £75, while the average price tends to be around £77.
The train journey from Paignton to St Austell covers a distance of 86 km and takes approximately 1h 56m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Paignton to St Austell is 86 km.
The first train from Paignton to St Austell leaves at 5:53.
The last train from Paignton to St Austell departs at 21:11.
Trains from Paignton to St Austell run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Paignton to St Austell.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Paignton to St Austell.
To get from Paignton to St Austell, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Paignton to St Austell.
The train station in Paignton that goes to St Austell is Paignton station (PGN), and it arrives at St Austell station (SAU).
The cheapest way to get from Paignton to St Austell is by coach, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Paignton 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 Paignton to St Austell is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the Devon and Cornwall countryside, including glimpses of the coastline and charming rural landscapes.
A day trip from Paignton to St Austell is not feasible, as the journey takes 1h 56m. Trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 86 km.
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 Paignton to St Austell.
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Important Stations and Airports in Paignton and St Austell
Paignton
St Austell
The major train station for departures in Paignton is Paignton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paignton for your trip from Paignton to St Austell.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, access between platforms via level crossing to the north of the 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: The public phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Paignton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in St Austell is St Austell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Austell for your journey to St Austell from Paignton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:50 - 19:00 Sunday 09:45 - 16:45
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for St Austell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: East bound buses go from the station carpark. Westbound and Newquay buses go from the bus station
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