The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to St Ives
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance 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 Penzance to St Ives will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 6 trains that leave Penzance 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 11 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest trains will take 42 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.
C42454 · Y1549410:39 AM0h23Penzance station (PNZ)11:02 AMSt Ives station (SIV)$91One-way1 transfer
W34573 · Y154709:11 AM0h23Penzance station (PNZ)9:34 AMSt Ives station (SIV)$91One-way1 transfer
Y154638:38 AM0h22Penzance station (PNZ)9:00 AMSt Ives station (SIV)$91One-way0 transfers
C42152 · Y1550210:58 AM0h35Penzance station (PNZ)11:33 AMSt Ives station (SIV)$91One-way1 transfer
C42653 · Y154859:50 AM0h42Penzance station (PNZ)10:32 AMSt Ives station (SIV)$91One-way1 transfer
Y154638:38 AM0h22Penzance station (PNZ)9:00 AMSt Ives station (SIV)$91One-way0 transfers
C42454 · Y1549410:39 AM0h23Penzance station (PNZ)11:02 AMSt Ives station (SIV)$91One-way1 transfer
W34573 · Y154709:11 AM0h23Penzance station (PNZ)9:34 AMSt Ives station (SIV)$91One-way1 transfer
C42152 · Y1550210:58 AM0h35Penzance station (PNZ)11:33 AMSt Ives station (SIV)$91One-way1 transfer
C42653 · Y154859:50 AM0h42Penzance station (PNZ)10:32 AMSt Ives station (SIV)$91One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Penzance to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Penzance to St Ives:
A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penzance to St Ives costing on average $9 (€7).
Other travel options to St Ives take longer:
Bus takes on average 54m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (19m by train vs 21m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Penzance to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to St Ives trains for today, Friday, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C48443 · Y15578 | On time 2:50 PM Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h40 | 3:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
G15460 · Y15588 | On time 3:15 PM Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h44 | 3:59 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 13 | |||||
Y15463 | 8:38 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h22 | 9:00 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34573 · Y15470 | 9:11 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h23 | 9:34 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
C42653 · Y15485 | 9:50 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h42 | 10:32 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
C42454 · Y15494 | 10:39 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h23 | 11:02 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
C42152 · Y15502 | 10:58 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h35 | 11:33 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
Y15511+ G01081 | 11:15 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h48 | 12:03 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Penzance to St Ives.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to St Ives
Trains from Penzance to St Ives run on average 7 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 10:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Penzance to St Ives trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Penzance and St Ives from $4 (€3). 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 Penzance to St Ives
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance 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 Penzance to St Ives
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
- 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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