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Reading to St Austell train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to St Austell, starting from £33.00 and averaging £34.00. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 34m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:49 Reading	06:46 St Austell	5h 57m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:27 Reading	10:41 St Austell	4h 14m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:28 Reading West	14:03 St Austell	5h 35m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:29 Reading	12:12 St Austell	3h 43m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:29 Reading	13:16 St Austell	3h 47m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:29 Reading	14:03 Paris	3h 34m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to St Austell train route details

First train

00:49

Last train

21:29

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

St Austell

Journey time

3h 34m

Distance

184 miles

Price

£33.00*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to St Austell

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to St Austell. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Reading to St Austell, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to St Austell ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Reading to St Austell train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Reading to St Austell from £33.00*

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Reading to St Austell train prices and times

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