The cheapest and fastest trains from London to St Ives
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
5 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London 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 London to St Ives will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
It's difficult to get from London to St Ives without transferring at least once.
P22664 · P30906
P22662 · P31313 · P30886
P22673 · P30982
P22668 · P30946
P22671 · P22975 · P30974
P22668 · P30946
P22662 · P31313 · P30886
P22666 · P22972 · P30926
P22664 · P30906
P22673 · P30982Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€105 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €143 Average price |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for London to St Ives trains for today, Monday, December 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:45 PM London | 8h18 | 7:03 AM St Ives | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 30 | |||||
P22662 · P31313 · P30886 | On time 8:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h30 | 2:29 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
P22664 · P30906 | On time 9:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h31 | 3:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
P22666 · P22972 · P30926 | On time 10:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h30 | 4:29 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
P22668 · P30946 | On time 11:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h29 | 5:28 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
P22671 · P22975 · P30974 | On time 12:59 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 6h02 | 7:01 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
P22673 · P30982 | On time 1:59 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h31 | 7:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from London to St Ives. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to St Ives.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to St Ives
Trains from London to St Ives run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€64) but you can travel from only $17 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€64) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from London to St Ives trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between London and St Ives from $17 (€13). 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 London to St Ives
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to St Ives
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- 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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