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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to St Ives
Showing times and prices for Dec 19
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
6 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
299 km
Cheap tickets
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 $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton for St Ives on Fri, Dec 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 18 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 18 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.
09:11AM6h18
Southampton03:29PMSt Ives
$1731One-way
0 transfers
09:11AM6h18
Southampton03:29PMSt Ives
$1731One-way
0 transfers
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)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€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 today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:13 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:11 AM Southampton | 6h19 | 2:30 PM St Ives | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:11 PM Southampton | 6h50 | 7:01 PM St Ives | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Southampton to St Ives trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as Cross Country and first_great_western offer trains services from Southampton to St Ives. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Southampton to St Ives.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country and first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to St Ives.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton to St Ives.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Cross Country and first_great_western to help you choose the right option for your journey from Southampton to St Ives.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to St Ives.
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 $173 (€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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $81 (€65)
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $173 (€138) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 17:33 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $81 (€65)
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.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 18m
Cheapest Price
$161 (€129)
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 1m
Cheapest Price
$386 (€309)
Cross Country frequency
8 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15h 35m
Cheapest Price
$308 (€246)
first_great_western frequency
1 a day
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.
To fully enjoy the charming town of St Ives, two to three days are ideal for exploring its beautiful beaches, art galleries, and local attractions.
The distance by train from Southampton to St Ives is 185 miles (299 km).
There is no high speed train available from Southampton to St Ives.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton to St Ives.
In St Ives, you can take a scenic walk along the South West Coast Path, enjoy a boat trip to Seal Island, visit the St Ives Museum, participate in a local art workshop, and explore vibrant local markets. Best sights include the Tate St Ives, Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, St Ives Harbour, Porthmeor Beach, and The Leach Pottery.
The first train from Southampton to St Ives leaves at 5:15 AM.
Train ticket prices from Southampton to St Ives can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $173 (€138), while the average price is around $174 (€139).
The last train from Southampton to St Ives leaves at 5:33 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Southampton to St Ives.
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to St Ives is by bus, with a cost of around $81 (€65).
The train from Southampton to St Ives takes 6h 18m and runs 5 per day.
The train station in Southampton that goes to St Ives is Southampton Central (SOU), which connects to St Ives station (SIV).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Southampton to St Ives.
Yes, the train journey from Southampton to St Ives is considered scenic, offering views of the English countryside, coastlines, and charming villages along the way.
A day trip from Southampton to St Ives is not feasible due to the journey duration of 6h 18m and a distance of 185 miles (299 km). Trains run 5 times per day.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to St Ives
Southampton
St Ives
The major train station for departures in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your trip from Southampton to St Ives.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transit options for Southampton Central
- 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)
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Sholing
- 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 11:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Woolston
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Bridge Road Bus Stops at bottom of Garton Road. Terminating Journeys: Station Forecourt, Garton Road
The major train station for arrivals in St Ives is St Ives. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Ives for your journey to St Ives from Southampton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Parking
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for St Ives
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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