The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to St Ives
Cheapest price
$484
Average price
$484
Fastest journey
11 h 39 m
Average duration
11 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to St Ives will cost around $484 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $484.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow for St Ives on Sat, Jun 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct trains cover the 634 km distance in an average of 11 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 39 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest trains will take 11 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:38 AM11h39Glasgow8:17 PMSt Ives$4841One-way0 transfers
8:38 AM11h39Glasgow8:17 PMSt Ives$4841One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, and a train costs an average of $304.
Distance: 393 miles (634 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$420 Average price | $93 Average price Cheapest | $200 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 39m Average total duration Fastest 10h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 7m Average total duration 17h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to St Ives:
A bus is $326 (€265) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to St Ives costing on average $420 (€341).
Other travel options to St Ives take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 37m.
Tickets start at around $420 (€341) compared to roughly $200 (€162) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-219.95 (€-178.55). The journey takes 10h 9m versus 9h 13m 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.
Live departures
Glasgow to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to St Ives trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:38 AM Glasgow | 11h39 | 8:17 PM St Ives | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to St Ives
Trains from Glasgow to St Ives run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $304 (€247) but you can travel from only $76 (€62) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 13:03. The fastest train covers the 393 miles (634 km) distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 393 miles (634 km) |
Average train duration 10h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $304 (€247) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 11h 30m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 1:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to St Ives trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and St Ives from $76 (€62). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to St Ives
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to St Ives
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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