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SeaCity Museum
Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.
Cheapest price
£169
Average price
£199
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Austell to Southampton 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 Southampton will cost around £199 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £169.
To travel from St Austell to Southampton you need to make at least one change.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Austell to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a train costs an average of £116.
Distance: 245 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£116 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for St Austell to Southampton trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:53 St Austell | 4h49 | 10:42 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:57 St Austell | 5h50 | 12:47 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:24 St Austell | 4h38 | 12:02 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:05 St Austell | 4h57 | 13:02 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:05 St Austell | 5h38 | 13:43 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:11 St Austell | 4h53 | 14:04 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:11 St Austell | 5h32 | 14:43 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:10 St Austell | 4h53 | 15:03 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:10 St Austell | 5h33 | 15:43 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:15 St Austell | 4h47 | 16:02 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:15 St Austell | 5h28 | 16:43 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:46 St Austell | 5h16 | 17:02 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:11 St Austell | 4h51 | 17:02 Southampton | 3 changes | |
![]() | 13:11 St Austell | 4h51 | 18:02 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:11 St Austell | 5h31 | 18:42 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:11 St Austell | 4h51 | 19:02 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:11 St Austell | 5h32 | 20:43 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:46 St Austell | 4h18 | 20:04 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:11 St Austell | 4h55 | 22:06 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:11 St Austell | 5h31 | 22:42 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:46 St Austell | 5h20 | 23:06 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:08 St Austell | 11h10 | 6:18 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:47 St Austell | 8h53 | 7:40 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:47 St Austell | 9h55 | 8:42 Southampton | 1 change | |
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Trains from St Austell to Southampton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £116 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 5h 51m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £116 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.
Historic house museum with period rooms and displays on local history. A rewarding visit in the heart of the old town.
Gallery in the Civic Centre showing art from several periods, including modern British works. Good for a cultural stop in the city centre.
Historic quarter of lanes, walls and vaults near the waterfront. Best for wandering between medieval sites, museums and old pubs.
Large central park popular for walks, events and green space between the civic buildings. A practical and pleasant break from shopping streets.
Waterside promenade with marina views, cafés nearby and links to old town walks. Visit for harbour scenery and a relaxed atmosphere.
A hearty Hampshire stew of beef, onions and root vegetables, slowly cooked. It is a traditional county comfort dish linked to local farmhouse cooking.
Fresh crab from the nearby Solent and south coast, often served simply dressed. It is prized locally for sweet flavour and strong coastal identity.
A classic south coast catch, grilled or fried and served in local pubs and seafood spots. It reflects Southampton’s long maritime food culture.
Lively Oxford Street seafood restaurant serving fish, shellfish and British classics in an established, bustling setting.
Well-known Italian restaurant in Ocean Village with pizzas, pasta and marina views in a relaxed modern setting.
Contemporary fine dining in a polished setting, known for seasonal British tasting menus and carefully presented plates.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining cost less than London, while buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Austell to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most St Austell to Southampton trains use the St Austell to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare St Austell and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St Austell is 1 km from St Austell city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at St Austell.
Wi-Fi is available at St Austell.
Ticket office support is available at St Austell.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Austell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Austell: Bike Parking.
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.
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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 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: Yes.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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.
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