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Compare train and coach for St Austell to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Austell to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £109.
Distance: 96 km
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4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Austell to Barnstaple
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Trains from St Austell to Barnstaple run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £109 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 17:36. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 3h 9m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £109 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 17:36 |
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 £7
Train companies: first_great_western from St Austell to Barnstaple trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between St Austell and Barnstaple from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Average Duration
3h 9m
Cheapest Price
£108
first_great_western frequency
16 a day
FAQs: St Austell to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell to Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from St Austell to Barnstaple can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £109, while the average price tends to be around £111.
The train journey from St Austell to Barnstaple covers a distance of 96 km and takes approximately 3h 9m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from St Austell to Barnstaple is 96 km.
The first train from St Austell to Barnstaple leaves at 5:47.
The last train from St Austell to Barnstaple departs at 17:36.
Trains from St Austell to Barnstaple run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Austell to Barnstaple.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Austell to Barnstaple.
To get from St Austell to Barnstaple, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from St Austell to Barnstaple.
The train station in St Austell that goes to Barnstaple is St Austell station (SAU), and it arrives at Barnstaple station (BNP).
The cheapest way to get from St Austell to Barnstaple is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from St Austell to Barnstaple in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from St Austell to Barnstaple is scenic, offering views of the Cornish countryside, rolling hills, and glimpses of the coast as it travels through Devon.
A day trip from St Austell to Barnstaple is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 9m. However, trains operate 3 times per day, covering a distance of 96 km.
A visit to Barnstaple can typically be enjoyed over 2 to 3 days, giving you enough time to explore the town's historic centre, visit the Pannier Market, and enjoy the nearby countryside and coast.
Yes, you can take the train from St Austell to Barnstaple.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Austell and Barnstaple
St Austell
Barnstaple
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 Barnstaple.
Amenities at train station
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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 Barnstaple is Barnstaple. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barnstaple for your journey to Barnstaple from St Austell.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Station Masters Cafe
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. 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: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Barnstaple
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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