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Compare prices and tickets St Austell to Axminster by train
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Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from St Austell to Axminster.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Austell to Axminster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from St Austell to Axminster run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £91 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 2h 48m.
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
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £91 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 20:05 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from St Austell to Axminster trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between St Austell and Axminster from £91. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
£63
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
£91
first_great_western frequency
16 a day
FAQs: St Austell to Axminster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell to Axminster 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 Axminster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from St Austell to Axminster can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £91, while the average price tends to be around £92.
The train journey from St Austell to Axminster covers a distance of 134 km and takes approximately 2h 48m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from St Austell to Axminster is 134 km.
The first train from St Austell to Axminster leaves at 5:50.
The last train from St Austell to Axminster departs at 20:05.
Trains from St Austell to Axminster run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Austell to Axminster.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Austell to Axminster.
To travel from St Austell to Axminster, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from St Austell to Axminster.
The train station in St Austell that goes to Axminster is St Austell station (SAU), and it arrives at Axminster station (AXM).
The cheapest way to get from St Austell to Axminster is by train, costing approximately £91.
Booking trains from St Austell to Axminster in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from St Austell to Axminster is quite scenic, passing through beautiful countryside, with views of rolling hills, charming villages, and stretches of the coastline.
A day trip from St Austell to Axminster is not feasible as the travel time is 2h 48m each way. However, trains run 2 times per day.
A stay of two to three days in Axminster allows ample time to explore the town's highlights, including the River Cottage and local markets, while enjoying the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from St Austell to Axminster.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Austell and Axminster
St Austell
Axminster
The major train station for departures in St Austell is St Austell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Austell for your trip from St Austell to Axminster.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Axminster is Axminster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Axminster for your journey to Axminster from St Austell.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:00 Saturday 07:15 - 13:05 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Exeter). Lifts to Platform 2 (for trains towards London
- Accessible taxis: Need to pre-book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Within the booking hall.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Axminster
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt off King Edward Road (A358)
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