4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to St Ives
Cheapest price
$175
Average price
$175
Fastest journey
8 h 36 m
Average duration
8 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton 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 Southampton to St Ives will cost around $175 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $175.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton for St Ives on Sat, Nov 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 8 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 36 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 8 h 36 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 Southampton to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, and a train costs an average of €138.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€139 Average price | €88 Average price Cheapest |
5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 17m Average total duration 12h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to St Ives trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:57 AM Southampton | 8h36 | 1:33 PM St Ives | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to St Ives
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to St Ives run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $171 (€138) but you can travel from only $81 (€65) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 17:33. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $171 (€138) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 17:33 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Southampton to St Ives trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton and St Ives from $81 (€65). 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 Southampton to St Ives
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton to St Ives
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- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains to Fareham) using a long ramp (40m) at approx 1:10 gradient (up to 1:7 in places). There is no step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Southampton, which is accessed via a stepped footbridge only). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Woolston/Southampton, in Station Road by the 'Stop & Shop' store adjacent to footpath leading to station. To Bursledon/Fareham, in Station Road between Cranbury Road and Sholing Vicarage driveway.
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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 all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- 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 in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 11:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Bridge Road Bus Stops at bottom of Garton Road. Terminating Journeys: Station Forecourt, Garton Road
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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