The cheapest and fastest trains from St Ives to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
$304
Average price
$331
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Ives to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Ives to Bournemouth will cost around $331 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $304.
It's difficult to get from St Ives to Bournemouth without transferring at least 3 times.










Travel Information
Compare train for St Ives to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Ives to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €80. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €80, and a train costs an average of €137.
Distance: 162 miles (262 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€149 Average price | €80 Average price Cheapest |
6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 51m Average total duration 13h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
St Ives to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for St Ives to Bournemouth trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:05 AM St Ives | 7h16 | 5:21 PM Bournemouth | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book St Ives to Bournemouth trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from St Ives to Bournemouth. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from St Ives to Bournemouth.
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 first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from St Ives to Bournemouth.
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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 first_great_western to help you choose the right option for your journey from St Ives to Bournemouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from St Ives to Bournemouth
Trains from St Ives to Bournemouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $171 (€137) but you can travel from only $100 (€80) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 6h 56m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $171 (€137) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 56m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 22:12 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from St Ives to Bournemouth trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between St Ives and Bournemouth from $100 (€80). 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 St Ives to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Ives to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St Ives to Bournemouth
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
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