What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to St. Austell?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to St. Austell is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to St. Austell?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to St. Austell is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and St. Austell?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at St Austell. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff to St. Austell?

The distance between Cardiff and St. Austell is 204 miles. The road distance is 178.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to St. Austell without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to St. Austell without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 4h 41m and costs £26 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to St. Austell?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Cardiff to St. Austell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to St. Austell train from?

Cardiff to St. Austell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to St. Austell train arrive?

Cardiff to St. Austell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to St. Austell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to St. Austell is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Cardiff to St. Austell.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to St. Austell?

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Where can I stay near St. Austell?

There are 3124+ hotels available in St. Austell.

Cardiff to St. Austell - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to St. Austell by train or car

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to St Austelltrain
4h 41m
£26–104
Drive 177.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to St. Austellcar 177.1 mi
3h 22m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to St Austelltrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
4h 46m
£85–140

Cardiff to St. Austell by train

154Weekly Trains

4h 41mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to St. Austell.

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Distance: 203.3 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and St. Austell, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to St Austell via Bristol Temple Meads and Plymouth in around 4h 41m.

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