Paignton to St Austell train with Cross Country

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paignton to St Austell

Showing times and prices for 30 Nov

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 12 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

86 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paignton 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 Paignton to St Austell will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Paignton 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 86 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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 Rail
12:552h13
Paignton
15:08St Austell
£251One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
09:572h10
Paignton
12:07St Austell
£251One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Paignton to St Austell

Omio recommends booking the train 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 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 86 km

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Coach

£33

Average Price

£17

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Cheapest

2h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 58m

Average total duration

3h 28m

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Live departures

Paignton to St Austell train times

The table below shows live departures for Paignton to St Austell trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 22:50
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western09:57 Paignton
2h10
12:07 St Austell0 changesdirect
great_western12:55 Paignton
2h13
15:08 St Austell0 changesdirect

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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 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 2h 13m.

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 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 13m
First train
05:24
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
£85
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
£76
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.

FAQs
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.
The cheapest way to get from Paignton to St Austell is by coach, costing approximately £15.
The train distance from Paignton to St Austell is 86 km.
A day trip from Paignton to St Austell is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 13m. Trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 86 km.
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.
The last train from Paignton to St Austell departs at 21:11.
The cost of a train ticket from Paignton to St Austell can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £33.
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.
There is no night train service from Paignton to St Austell.
The train journey from Paignton to St Austell covers a distance of 86 km and takes approximately 2h 13m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Paignton that goes to St Austell is Paignton station (PGN), and it arrives at St Austell station (SAU).
The first train from Paignton to St Austell leaves at 5:24.
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.
Yes, you can take the train 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.

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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
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Winter Prices
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
Accessibility
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
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
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

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