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Saint Austell

Hull

Train Driving

Saint Austell to Hull

Updated: 29 May 2026

The journey from St Austell to Hull covers approximately 550 kilometers. By train, you travel via GWR to London Paddington, transfer to London King's Cross, and take a TransPennine Express service to Hull. Driving involves taking the A30, M5, M1, and M62. Expect a travel time of 7 hours. This route connects the Cornish coast with the historic port city of Hull.

Total Distance: Driving distance 560 km, straight-line air distance 450 km.

Fastest Way

Driving, taking approximately 6 hours 30 minutes.

Cheapest Way

Advance train tickets booked via the GWR website.

Compare Saint Austell to Hull Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	7 hours	6 hours 30 mins
Avg Price	£100 - £200	£90 - £140 in fuel
Operator	GWR and TransPennine Express	Personal Vehicle
Route	St Austell to London Paddington, transfer to London King's Cross, then to Hull.	A30, M5, M1, M62.
Tip	The transfer between Paddington and King's Cross is best done via the London Underground.	The M62 is a major motorway and can be busy.

Travel Tips

London Transfer
Allow at least 60 minutes for the transfer between Paddington and King's Cross.
M62 Traffic
Use a navigation app to avoid M62 congestion.
Train App
Use the GWR app for live train times.
Parking
Hull city center parking is limited; use park-and-ride.
Off-Peak Fares
Travel outside of peak hours to save on your rail ticket.