Cardiff to St Ives train

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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to St Ives

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Cheapest

$131

Average

$140

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to St Ives is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

08:28AM6h02

Cardiff

02:30PMSt Ives

$1311One-way

0 transfers

09:45AM6h14

Cardiff

03:59PMSt Ives

$1321One-way

0 transfers

07:45AM6h13

Cardiff

01:58PMSt Ives

$1331One-way

0 transfers

02:30PM5h31

Cardiff

08:01PMSt Ives

$1631One-way

0 transfers

Cardiff to St Ives train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	08:28AM Cardiff	6h02	02:30PM St Ives	0 transfersDirect
Cross CountryCross Country	02:30PM Cardiff	5h31	08:01PM St Ives	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	07:45AM Cardiff	6h13	01:58PM St Ives	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	09:45AM Cardiff	6h14	03:59PM St Ives	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Cardiff to St Ives

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Fastest Journey

5 h 31 m

Average

6 h

Trains per day

Distance

215 km

Of the 4 trains that leave Cardiff for St Ives every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

02:30PM5h31

Cardiff

08:01PMSt Ives

$1631One-way

0 transfers

08:28AM6h02

Cardiff

02:30PMSt Ives

$1311One-way

0 transfers

07:45AM6h13

Cardiff

01:58PMSt Ives

$1331One-way

0 transfers

09:45AM6h14

Cardiff

03:59PMSt Ives

$1321One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to St Ives

Trains from Cardiff to St Ives run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€59) but you can travel from only $35 (€32) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $35 (€32)

Distance

133 miles (215 km)

Average train duration

6h 12m

Cheapest ticket price

$65 (€59)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 33m

First train

05:07

Last train

17:32

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $35 (€32)

Train providers: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western from Cardiff to St Ives trains

Find the best trains between Cardiff and St Ives with Omio's travel partners Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western from $62 (€56). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Cardiff to St Ives train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 58 min
Cheapest Price: $62

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Cardiff to St Ives. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Cardiff to St Ives train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 5 h 23 min
Cheapest Price: $133

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to St Ives

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to St Ives easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to St Ives.

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to St Ives can start from as little as $65 (€59) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff to St Ives is $147 (€134); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cardiff to St Ives train travel time is 5 h 33 min for the 133 mile (215 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff to St Ives leaves at 5: 07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff to St Ives leaves at 5: 32 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Cardiff to St Ives which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, CrossCountry or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Cardiff to St Ives train with Great Western Rail, CrossCountry or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip between Cardiff and St Ives as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to St Ives by train is March.

You have options as you can travel to St Ives from Cardiff 2 different ways: train or bus.