The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to St Ives
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$168
Fastest journey
7 h 34 m
Average duration
9 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to St Ives will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sheffield for St Ives on Mon, Jun 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct trains cover the 448 km distance in an average of 9 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 34 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest trains will take 12 h 3 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.
7:00 PM12h03Sheffield7:03 AMSt Ives$1311One-way0 transfers
12:56 PM7h34Sheffield8:30 PMSt Ives$2041One-way0 transfers
12:56 PM7h34Sheffield8:30 PMSt Ives$2041One-way0 transfers
7:00 PM12h03Sheffield7:03 AMSt Ives$1311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Sheffield to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $57.
Distance: 278 miles (448 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price | $124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 12m Average total duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to St Ives:
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to St Ives costing on average $126 (€102).
A bus is $135 (€110) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sheffield to St Ives costing on average $177 (€143).
Other travel options to St Ives take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 47m.
Bus takes on average 11h 42m.
Tickets start at around $126 (€102) compared to roughly $124 (€100) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.48 (€-2.01). The journey takes 6h 47m versus 5h 59m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Sheffield to St Ives by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to St Ives
Trains from Sheffield to St Ives run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€65) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:54, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 7h 4m.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average train duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€65) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 4m |
First train 6:54 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Sheffield to St Ives trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Sheffield and St Ives from $29 (€23). 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 Sheffield to St Ives
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to St Ives
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at 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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