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Major modern art museum with sea-facing setting and rotating exhibitions. A top stop for British modernism and St Ives artistic history.
Cheapest price on Sep 12
$751
Average ticket price on Sep 12
$787
Fastest journey on Sep 12
11 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
11 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 12
5
Distance
657 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to St Ives is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to St Ives will cost around $787 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $751.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to St Ives without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $130 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $130, while a flight costs an average of $768.
Distance: 408 miles (657 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$257 Average price | $768 Average price | $130 Average price Cheapest | $203 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 41m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 47m Average total duration 19h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to St Ives:
A bus is $126 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to St Ives costing on average $257 (€208).
A bus is $638 (€516) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to St Ives costing on average $768 (€621).
Other travel options to St Ives take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 11m.
Bus takes on average 19h 17m.
Tickets start at around $257 (€208) compared to roughly $203 (€164) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-54.11 (€-43.76). The journey takes 10h 11m versus 9h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to St Ives trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34808 · G15173 · Y15646+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h01 | 7:01 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 4 transfers | |
W29873+ W34813 · Y15654 | 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h22 | 7:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
W34813 · Y15654+ G08186+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h30 | 7:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 3 transfers | |
G01148+ W34820 · Y15671 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h25 | 8:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
W34820 · Y15671+ G80049+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h30 | 8:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 3 transfers | |
W29884+ W34824 · Y15687 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h25 | 9:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to St Ives run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€92) but you can travel from only $90 (€73) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 408 miles (657 km) distance in 9h 20m.
Distance 408 miles (657 km) |
Average train duration 10h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€92) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 20m |
First train 7:30 AM |
Last train 9:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of St Ives — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St Ives trip today.
Major modern art museum with sea-facing setting and rotating exhibitions. A top stop for British modernism and St Ives artistic history.
Barbara Hepworth’s preserved studio and garden display her sculptures in the place she lived and worked. Essential for art lovers.
Compact museum covering fishing, mining, maritime, and social history. It gives valuable context to the town beyond its beaches and galleries.
Golden crescent beach backed by Tate St Ives and surfing waves. One of the town’s most famous and scenic places to walk and linger.
Long sandy beach east of the center with broad bay views. Popular for swimming, walks, and a quieter atmosphere than the harbour.
Historic maze of narrow lanes and cottages near the harbour. It captures the old fishing-town character that gives St Ives its charm.
A rich Cornish fish stew of mixed local seafood in a saffron broth. It is a classic coastal dish linked closely with Cornwall’s fishing heritage.
Cornwall’s famous baked pastry with beef, potato, swede and onion. Traditionally made as a portable meal for miners and still widely loved locally.
A split bread roll filled with local pilchards or sardines. It reflects St Ives fishing traditions and is a simple, classic Cornish seaside lunch.
A Celebrated beachside restaurant with refined Cornish seafood, tasting menus and sea views. Ideal for a special meal in St Ives.
A Popular seafood restaurant and fishmonger near the harbour, known for very fresh Cornish fish in a relaxed modern setting.
A Long-established bakery and cafe famous for Cornish pasties, saffron cake and other regional bakes. Good for a traditional quick bite.
Moderate for UK seaside resorts. Summer stays cost more, but dining and local buses are similar to other Cornwall tourist towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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St Ives Railway Station -> St Ives Harbour
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to St Ives by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Ives, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to St Ives trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
St Ives has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at St Ives.
Wi-Fi is available at St Ives.
Ticket office support is available at St Ives.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Ives: Parking, Taxis.
Available at St Ives: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Ives: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free acccess to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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