The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to St Ives
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$249
Fastest journey
8 h 18 m
Average duration
9 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to St Ives will cost around $249 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
Of the 4 trains that leave Liverpool for St Ives on Fri, Dec 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 12 the direct trains cover the 396 km distance in an average of 9 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 18 m .
On Fri, Dec 12 the slowest trains will take 10 h 55 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €74.
Distance: 246 miles (396 km)
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€98 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest |
8h 31m Average total duration Fastest 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to St Ives trains for today, Thursday, December 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:08 AM Liverpool | 8h21 | 3:29 PM St Ives | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:12 AM Liverpool | 8h48 | 5:00 PM St Ives | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Liverpool | 9h46 | 9:41 PM St Ives | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool to St Ives by train or bus
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Why should you book Liverpool to St Ives trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains offer trains services from Liverpool to St Ives. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool to St Ives.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to St Ives.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool to St Ives.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Liverpool to St Ives.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool to St Ives.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to St Ives
Trains from Liverpool to St Ives run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€74) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 16:03. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (396 km) distance in 8h 24m.
Distance 246 miles (396 km) |
Average train duration 8h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€74) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 24m |
First train 06:07 |
Last train 16:03 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Liverpool to St Ives trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool and St Ives from $31 (€25). 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 Liverpool to St Ives
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to St Ives
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:51 - 00:16 Sunday 07:51 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C: “This station does not have step-free access to any platform.” The car park and Ticket Office are step free, however access to platforms is via stepped ramps only.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets can be electronically opened by staff in the Booking Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside station entrance on Speke Rd.
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
- 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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