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Compare bus and train 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 $104. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, and a train costs an average of $82.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$140 Average price | $121 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to St Ives:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to St Ives costing on average $140 (€114).
Other travel options to St Ives take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 50m.
Tickets start at around $140 (€114) compared to roughly $77 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-62.29 (€-51.04). The journey takes 5h 19m versus 4h 24m 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.
Live departures
Southampton to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to St Ives trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G15004 · G15170 · Y15568+ L79315 | On time 8:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h48 | 2:58 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 3 transfers | |
| G15004 · Y41595 · Y15558+L79315 | On time 8:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h19 | 2:29 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 4 transfers | |
G14989 · Y41595 · Y15558+ G00855 | Delayed 8:29 AM 8:15 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 6h14 | 2:29 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 3 transfers | |
| G15005 · W34790 · Y15578+L79329 | On time 9:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h19 | 3:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 3 transfers | |
| W34790 · Y15578+G00858 | Delayed 9:29 AM 9:15 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 6h15 | 3:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
| G15007 · G15171 · Y15598+L79342 | On time 10:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h18 | 4:29 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 3 transfers | |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- 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 Southampton to St Ives.
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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 6 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) if you book in advance.
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 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 5:33 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Southampton to St Ives trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Southampton and St Ives from $82 (€67). 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
Most Southampton to St Ives trains use the Southampton Central to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to St Ives leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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.
Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: 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.
Getting to Sholing from Southampton city centre
Sholing is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Sholing train station facilities and services
Sholing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sholing.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sholing.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sholing: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sholing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sholing: 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.
Which St Ives station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to St Ives from St Ives city centre
St Ives train station facilities and services
St Ives has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Ives.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Ives.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Ives.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Ives: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at St Ives: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Ives: 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.
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