Going from Reading to St Austell by train

About to set off from Reading to St Austell by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Reading and St Austell: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$140.16, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train times for travel between Reading and St Austell

If you are taking the train from Reading to St Austell, you will have 41 trains each day (with a departure every 5 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:41. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 19:30. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:46, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 18:32.

Average train travel time and distance from Reading to St Austell

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 33 minutes, spanning 295 kilometres in total.

Booking time frame: Reading to St Austell trains

Tickets for travel to St Austell along this route are available for purchase 5 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Learn even more about travelling from Reading to St Austell by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: St Austell.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Reading to St Austell by train?

The train journey between Reading and St Austell covers 295 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Reading to St Austell?

The cheapest fare on this route is AU$140.16. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Reading to St Austell train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance of the departure date.

How long does it take to get from Reading to St Austell?

The fastest journey on this route takes 3 hours and 33 minutes.