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Great Western Railway

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St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf by train

First train

04:53

Last train

18:08

Departure station

St Austell

Arrival station

Pontefract Tanshelf

Journey time

From 7h 38m

Distance

275 miles (442 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast

Take the train from St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf in 7 hours 38 minutes

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

You can expect the journey from St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf by train to take around 9 hours 20 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 7 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 275 miles (442 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Pontefract Tanshelf. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf 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.

FAQs about the train journey from St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf

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

How do you travel to Pontefract Tanshelf from St Austell?

To get to Pontefract Tanshelf from St Austell, why not take the train? With 1 train per day and an average journey time of 9 hours and 20 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf by train?

On average, it takes around 9 hours and 20 minutes to travel from St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf by train, although you can get there in 7 hours and 38 minutes on the fastest services. With 1 train per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf?

The fastest time a train can travel the 275 miles (442 km) from St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf is 7 hours and 38 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf?

There are no direct trains that run between St Austell and Pontefract Tanshelf. You’ll need to make at least 1 change along the way.

Cheap train tickets from St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for St Austell to Pontefract Tanshelf is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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