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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Austell to Portsmouth
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Trains from St Austell to Portsmouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £203 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:41, the last at 16:27. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 5h 36m.
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 264 km |
Average train duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £203 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 03:41 |
Last train 16:27 |
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: Cross Country, first_great_western from St Austell to Portsmouth trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between St Austell and Portsmouth from £203. 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
6h 17m
Cheapest Price
£237
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 36m
Cheapest Price
£203
first_great_western frequency
14 a day
FAQs: St Austell to Portsmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from St Austell to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £203, while the average price tends to be around £230.
The train journey from St Austell to Portsmouth covers a distance of 264 km and takes approximately 5h 36m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from St Austell to Portsmouth is 264 km.
The first train from St Austell to Portsmouth leaves at 3:41.
The last train from St Austell to Portsmouth departs at 16:27.
Trains from St Austell to Portsmouth run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Austell to Portsmouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Austell to Portsmouth.
To travel from St Austell to Portsmouth, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from St Austell to Portsmouth.
The train station in St Austell that goes to Portsmouth is St Austell station (SAU), and it arrives at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
The cheapest way to get from St Austell to Portsmouth is by train, costing approximately £203.
Booking trains from St Austell to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of Cornwall and the South Coast, including coastal views and rolling countryside.
A day trip from St Austell to Portsmouth is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 36m each way. The distance is 264 km and there are 3 trains available per day.
A visit to Portsmouth typically requires 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and Southsea Beach.
Yes, you can take the train from St Austell to Portsmouth.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Austell and Portsmouth
St Austell
Portsmouth
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 Portsmouth.
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 Portsmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth & Southsea for your journey to Portsmouth from St Austell.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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 all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth & Southsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- 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: Yes
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth Harbour
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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