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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£65
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£79
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
3 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
4 h 20 m
Trains on 09 Sept
4
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 4 trains from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG), including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
15:464h10St Austell station (SAU)19:56Reading station (RDG)£651One-way0 changes- 14:464h10St Austell station (SAU)18:56Reading station (RDG)£721One-way0 changes
- 10:103h53St Austell station (SAU)14:03Reading station (RDG)£771One-way0 changes
- 5:535h05St Austell station (SAU)10:58Reading station (RDG)£1031One-way0 changes
- 10:103h53St Austell station (SAU)14:03Reading station (RDG)£771One-way0 changes
- 15:464h10St Austell station (SAU)19:56Reading station (RDG)£651One-way0 changes
- 14:464h10St Austell station (SAU)18:56Reading station (RDG)£721One-way0 changes
- 5:535h05St Austell station (SAU)10:58Reading station (RDG)£1031One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £93.
Distance: 295 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £93 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG):
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) costing on average £62.
A coach is £66 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) costing on average £93.
Other travel options to Reading station (RDG) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 57m.
Coach takes on average 7h 55m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (3h 57m by train vs 4h 4m by car). Tickets start at around £62 compared to roughly £57 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:15 St Austell station (SAU) | 3h49 | 15:04 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG)
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Trains from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:11, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 8:11 |
Last train 21:47 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between St Austell station (SAU) and Reading station (RDG) 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 station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Austell station (SAU) and Reading station (RDG)
Most St Austell station (SAU) to Reading station (RDG) trains use the St Austell to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare St Austell station (SAU) and Reading station (RDG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Most popular train connections from St Austell station (SAU)
Most popular trains to and from Reading station (RDG) and St Austell station (SAU)
Most popular train connections to Reading station (RDG)
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