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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Austell to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 12 Nov
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£183
Fastest journey
6 h 48 m
Average duration
7 h 19 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
390 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Austell to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Austell to Manchester will cost around £183 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Fast trains
To travel from St Austell to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
P08215+
C23671+P08245+
G5609610:108h03
St Austell station (SAU)18:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£831One-way
3 changes
P08213+C23668+P09870+G5605509:118h02
St Austell station (SAU)17:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£831One-way
3 changes
P08212+C23665+P08241+G5608808:058h08
St Austell station (SAU)16:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£831One-way
3 changes
P08215+C23671 · C2340710:106h49
St Austell station (SAU)16:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£2691One-way
2 changes
P08213+C23668 · C2340109:116h48
St Austell station (SAU)15:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£2891One-way
2 changes
P08213+C23668 · C2340109:116h48
St Austell station (SAU)15:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£2891One-way
2 changes
P08215+C23671 · C2340710:106h49
St Austell station (SAU)16:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£2691One-way
2 changes
P08212+C2339408:056h54
St Austell station (SAU)14:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£2891One-way
1 change
P08213+C23668+P09870+G5605509:118h02
St Austell station (SAU)17:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£831One-way
3 changes
P08215+C23671+P08245+G5609610:108h03
St Austell station (SAU)18:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£831One-way
3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for St Austell to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from St Austell to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £87.
Distance: 390 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £137 Average Price |
8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St Austell to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for St Austell to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:17
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P08212+C23665+P08241+G56088 | On time 08:05 St Austell station (SAU) | 8h08 | 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| P08212+C23394 | On time 08:05 St Austell station (SAU) | 6h54 | 14:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| P08213+C23668+P09870+G56055 | On time 09:11 St Austell station (SAU) | 8h02 | 17:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| P08213+C23668 · C23401 | On time 09:11 St Austell station (SAU) | 6h48 | 15:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| P08215+C23671+P08245+G56096 | On time 10:10 St Austell station (SAU) | 8h03 | 18:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
| P08215+C23671 · C23407 | On time 10:10 St Austell station (SAU) | 6h49 | 16:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Austell to Manchester
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Trains from St Austell to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 17:14. The fastest train covers the 390 km distance in 8h 2m.
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 £35
Distance 390 km |
Average train duration 8h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 2m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 17:14 |
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 £35
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from St Austell to Manchester trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between St Austell and Manchester from £35. 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
5h 56m
Cheapest Price
£351
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 16m
Cheapest Price
£314
first_great_western frequency
3 a day
FAQs: St Austell to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
The train distance from St Austell to Manchester is 390 km.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
The train journey from St Austell to Manchester covers a distance of 390 km and takes approximately 8h 2m. Trains run 5 per day.
Booking trains from St Austell to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from St Austell to Manchester leaves at 5:11.
The cost of a train ticket from St Austell to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £85, while the average price tends to be around £85.
To get from St Austell to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The last train from St Austell to Manchester departs at 17:14.
The cheapest way to get from St Austell to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £35.
Trains from St Austell to Manchester run approximately 5 times per day.
The train station in St Austell that goes to Manchester is St Austell station (SAU), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Austell to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Austell to Manchester.
Yes, you can take the train from St Austell to Manchester.
There is no night train service from St Austell to Manchester.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Austell and Manchester
St Austell
Manchester
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 Manchester.
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 Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your journey to Manchester from St Austell.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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 at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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