The average train between Bristol and St. Austell takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to St. Austell. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and St. Austell. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 9:45 PM which arrives into St. Austell at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 31m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Bristol to St. Austell? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to St. Austell. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at St. Austell station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Bristol to St. Austell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to St. Austell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at St Austell station.
Book your Bristol to St. Austell train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Bristol and St. Austell is 196.5 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to St Austell via Plymouth in around 3h 23m.