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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Austell to Portsmouth
Showing times and prices for 20 May
Cheapest price
£198
Average price
£207
Fastest journey
5 h 1 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
264 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Austell to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth will cost around £207 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £198.
Fast trains
To travel from St Austell to Portsmouth you need to make at least 2 changes.
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9:115h36St Austell14:47Portsmouth£1981One-way2 changes- 17:465h06St Austell22:52Portsmouth£1981One-way2 changes
- 7:245h23St Austell12:47Portsmouth£2011One-way2 changes
- 14:115h36St Austell19:47Portsmouth£2011One-way2 changes
- 15:465h01St Austell20:47Portsmouth£2011One-way2 changes
- 15:465h01St Austell20:47Portsmouth£2011One-way2 changes
- 17:465h06St Austell22:52Portsmouth£1981One-way2 changes
- 7:245h23St Austell12:47Portsmouth£2011One-way2 changes
- 9:115h36St Austell14:47Portsmouth£1981One-way2 changes
12:115h36St Austell17:47Portsmouth£2131One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for St Austell to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from St Austell to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £92. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £92, and a train costs an average of £198.
Distance: 264 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£207 Average Price | £93 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 19m Average total duration Fastest 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
St Austell to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for St Austell to Portsmouth trains for today, Tuesday 19 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:11 St Austell | 5h36 | 19:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| 15:46 St Austell | 5h01 | 20:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| 17:11 St Austell | 6h37 | 23:48 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| 17:46 St Austell | 5h06 | 22:52 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| 20:11 St Austell | 11h20 | 7:31 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| 22:47 St Austell | 11h00 | 9:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 20 May | |||||
| 7:24 St Austell | 5h23 | 12:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| 9:11 St Austell | 5h36 | 14:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| 10:10 St Austell | 6h39 | 16:49 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
| 12:11 St Austell | 5h36 | 17:47 Portsmouth | 2 changes | |
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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 5 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £198 but you can travel from only £92 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:41, the last at 17:46. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 5h 1m.
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 £92
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £198 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 3:41 |
Last train 17:46 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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 £92
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from St Austell to Portsmouth trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between St Austell and Portsmouth from £92. 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 36m
Cheapest Price
£213
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 1m
Cheapest Price
£198
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
9 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 £198, while the average price tends to be around £207.
The train journey from St Austell to Portsmouth covers a distance of 264 km and takes approximately 5h 1m. Trains run 5 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 17:46.
Trains from St Austell to Portsmouth run approximately 5 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 get from St Austell to Portsmouth, you can choose from several travel options including coach and 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 Harbour (PMH).
The cheapest way to get from St Austell to Portsmouth is by coach, costing approximately £92.
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 1m 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
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 Portsmouth is Portsmouth Harbour. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth Harbour for your journey to Portsmouth from St Austell.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:40 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- 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
- 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 Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Fratton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Goldsmith Avenue (for buses in both directions). Goldsmith Avenue is located on the opposite side of the footbridge from the main entrance/taxi rank/Railway club.
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