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Compare coach and train for St Austell to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Austell to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £118.
Distance: 169 km
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£119 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book St Austell to Cardiff trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from St Austell to Cardiff.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from St Austell to Cardiff.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from St Austell to Cardiff.
Journey information
Overview: Train from St Austell to Cardiff
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Trains from St Austell to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £118 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £118 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 19:12 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from St Austell to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between St Austell and Cardiff from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: St Austell to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Austell and Cardiff
Most St Austell to Cardiff trains use the St Austell to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare St Austell and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Austell station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to St Austell from St Austell city centre
St Austell is 1 km from St Austell city centre. Public transport options include:
St Austell train station facilities and services
St Austell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Austell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Austell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Austell.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Austell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Austell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Austell: 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.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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