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Bourne End to St Austell by train

First train

06:46

Last train

23:28

Departure station

Bourne End

Arrival station

St Austell

Journey time

From 4h 26m

Distance

197 miles (317 km)

Frequency

8 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway

Take the train from Bourne End to St Austell in 4 hours 26 minutes

If you want to travel from Bourne End to St Austell by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Bourne End to St Austell by train to take around 7 hours 4 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 8 trains per day running on this route, which spans 197 miles (317 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to St Austell. You can travel with Great Western Railway trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.

Train tickets from Bourne End to St Austell are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Bourne End to St Austell? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Bourne End to St Austell take?

The average journey time by train between Bourne End and St Austell is 7 hours and 4 minutes, with around 8 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Bourne End and St Austell by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bourne End to St Austell is 4 hours and 26 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Bourne End to St Austell?

No, there are no direct train services from Bourne End to St Austell. Travelling from Bourne End to St Austell by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Bourne End to St Austell leave?

The first train from Bourne End to St Austell leaves at 06:46. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Bourne End to St Austell leave?

The last train from Bourne End to St Austell leaves at 23:28. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Bourne End and St Austell by train?

Trains travelling from Bourne End to St Austell cover a distance of around 197 miles (317 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Bourne End to St Austell

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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