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Liskeard and District Museum
Volunteer-run local museum covering Liskeard's social, industrial and civic history through objects, archives and changing displays.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saltash to Liskeard among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 18 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saltash to Liskeard:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saltash to Liskeard costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Liskeard take longer:
Coach takes on average 31m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (18m by train vs 22m by car). Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Saltash to Liskeard trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:51 Saltash | 0h18 | 8:09 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:11 Saltash | 0h58 | 9:09 Liskeard | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:26 Saltash | 0h17 | 8:43 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:24 Saltash | 0h19 | 9:43 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:55 Saltash | 0h18 | 10:13 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:25 Saltash | 0h17 | 10:42 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:54 Saltash | 0h17 | 11:11 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:59 Saltash | 0h43 | 11:42 Liskeard | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:51 Saltash | 0h20 | 12:11 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:28 Saltash | 0h17 | 12:45 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:49 Saltash | 0h17 | 13:06 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:21 Saltash | 0h15 | 13:36 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:54 Saltash | 0h20 | 14:14 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:27 Saltash | 0h17 | 14:44 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:51 Saltash | 0h18 | 15:09 Liskeard | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Saltash to Liskeard run on average 3 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 15m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 6:22 |
Last train 22:49 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Liskeard — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liskeard trip today.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Liskeard's social, industrial and civic history through objects, archives and changing displays.
Working watermill with milling displays, traditional machinery and riverside setting that explains local rural life and Cornish food heritage.
Arts venue presenting exhibitions, performances and creative events in a rural setting, popular for contemporary local culture near Liskeard.
Historic market square at the heart of Liskeard, surrounded by civic buildings, shops and regular events, ideal for orientating yourself.
Scenic reservoir and country park with waterside paths, woodland and wildlife watching, popular for walking and quiet outdoor time.
Long-distance trail across moorland, villages and former mining landscapes, giving rewarding walks and a strong sense of local history.
A saffron-rich bun with currants, baked across Cornwall for fairs and feast days. It is a beloved local tea-time speciality.
A hearty baked pastry filled traditionally with beef, potato, swede and onion. It is Cornwall’s most iconic portable meal.
A split bread roll filled with jam and clotted cream. This Cornish cream tea staple is strongly tied to local identity and custom.
Popular café and bistro serving breakfasts, lunches, coffee and homemade cakes in a friendly, casual setting.
Traditional town pub known for classic British dishes and a relaxed atmosphere in central Liskeard.
Contemporary restaurant and bar at Trethorn offering British favourites and a smart but easy-going dining environment.
Moderate for the UK. Liskeard is usually cheaper than major tourist cities, with reasonable dining and local transport, but hotel prices can rise in peak Cornwall holiday periods.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saltash to Liskeard 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 Liskeard, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saltash to Liskeard trains use the Saltash to Liskeard station pair. Use this guide to compare Saltash and Liskeard train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Saltash is 1 km from Saltash city centre. Public transport options include:
Saltash has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Saltash.
Wi-Fi is available at Saltash.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saltash: Parking.
Available at Saltash: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saltash: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access with both platforms able to be accessed step free, platform 1 is via a long ramp only and via local steep roads from platform 2. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Liskeard has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Liskeard.
Wi-Fi is available at Liskeard.
Ticket office support is available at Liskeard.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liskeard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liskeard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liskeard: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 Station - This station has a degree of step free access but platform 1 can only be accessed via very steep ramps, Platform 2 can be accessed via paths at the bottom of the steep hills, platform 3 (to Looe) can be accessed step free from the bottom of the hill access road to 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. Passenger Assist -Refer to station message, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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