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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Ives to London
Showing times and prices for Jul 12
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
403 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Ives to London 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 London will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from St Ives to London without transferring at least once.
C33212 · W345467:48 PM9h16St Ives station (SIV)5:04 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$481One-way1 transfer- Y15626 · C330065:33 PM5h59St Ives station (SIV)11:32 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$651One-way1 transfer
- Y15636 · C48447 · C008436:03 PM6h12St Ives station (SIV)12:15 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$661One-way2 transfers
- Y15596 · C008444:03 PM5h22St Ives station (SIV)9:25 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1301One-way1 transfer
- Y15576 · C000573:03 PM5h22St Ives station (SIV)8:25 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1301One-way1 transfer
- Y15491 · C0251310:04 AM5h20St Ives station (SIV)3:24 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1321One-way1 transfer
- Y15517 · W3540812:03 PM5h21St Ives station (SIV)5:24 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1321One-way1 transfer
- Y15596 · C008444:03 PM5h22St Ives station (SIV)9:25 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1301One-way1 transfer
- Y15576 · C000573:03 PM5h22St Ives station (SIV)8:25 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1301One-way1 transfer
- Y15556 · C012402:03 PM5h22St Ives station (SIV)7:25 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1301One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for St Ives to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Ives to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
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$120 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $226 Average price | $144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from St Ives to London is a bus with an average price of $33 (€27).
This is compared to other travel options from St Ives to London:
A bus is $87 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Ives to London costing on average $120 (€99).
A bus is $192 (€158) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St Ives to London costing on average $226 (€185).
The fastest way to travel from St Ives to London is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 5m.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 32m.
Bus takes on average 8h 57m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between St Ives and London including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from St Ives to London among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around $120 (€99) compared to roughly $144 (€119) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€20). The journey takes 5h 32m versus 5h 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
St Ives to London train times
The table below shows live departures for St Ives to London trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Y15459 · W34567 | 8:04 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 5h25 | 1:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y15466 · W34573 | 9:04 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 5h25 | 2:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y15480 · W34575 | 10:06 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 5h23 | 3:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y15489 · C42163 | 10:36 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 5h23 | 3:59 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y15498 · C42167+ G01081 | 11:05 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 5h24 | 4:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
| Y15515 · W34584 | 12:06 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 5h23 | 5:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y15524 · C42169 | 12:37 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 5h50 | 6:27 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y15554 · W34594 | 2:06 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 5h23 | 7:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y15554 · W34594+ L79471+ C82469 | 2:06 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 7h09 | 9:15 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 3 transfers | |
| Y15554 · W34594 | 2:09 PM Carbis Bay (CBB) | 5h20 | 7:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y15554 · W34594+L79471+C82469 | 2:09 PM Carbis Bay (CBB) | 7h06 | 9:15 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 3 transfers | |
| Y15564 · C42171 | 2:37 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 5h50 | 8:27 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y15564 · C42171+L79477+C82481 | 2:37 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 7h38 | 10:15 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 3 transfers | |
| Y15574 · C48446 · C42156+G00736 | 3:06 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 6h29 | 9:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Y15594 · W34599 | 4:06 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 5h35 | 9:41 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y15624 · W34529 | 5:37 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 6h00 | 11:37 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Great Western Railway as well as CrossCountry or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from St Ives to London.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from St Ives to London?
The best time to book your train from St Ives to London is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the St Ives to London route.
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Overview: Train from St Ives to London
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Trains from St Ives to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 5h 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 $18 (€14)
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 4:33 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
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 $18 (€14)
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from St Ives to London trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between St Ives and London from $18 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
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
5h 18m
Cheapest Price
$54 (€44)
Great Western Railway frequency
6 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
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 27m
Cheapest Price
$130 (€107)
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 18m
Cheapest Price
$339 (€279)
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
8 a day
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FAQs: Trains from St Ives to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Ives to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from St Ives to London can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $54 (€44), while the average price is around $120 (€99).
The train from St Ives to London takes 5h 18m and runs 7 per day.
The distance by train from St Ives to London is 250 miles (403 km).
The first train from St Ives to London leaves at 4:33 AM.
The last train from St Ives to London leaves at 11:50 PM.
There is no high speed train available from St Ives to London.
There is no direct train service currently available from St Ives to London.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from St Ives to London.
The train station in St Ives that goes to London is St Ives station (SIV), which connects to London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from St Ives to London is by bus, with a cost of around $18 (€14).
The train journey from St Ives to London is considered scenic, especially the initial stretch along the Cornish coast with stunning views of the beaches and ocean.
A day trip from St Ives to London is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 18m and covers 250 miles (403 km). Trains run 7 times per day.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city from The London Eye, visit the vibrant West End Theatre District for high-quality shows, and explore Camden Market's eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts. A walk through Hyde Park offers beautiful landscapes and recreational activities, while art lovers can visit the Tate Modern. Don't miss The British Museum's vast collection of art and antiquities, the historic Tower of London with its Crown Jewels, and Buckingham Palace. Iconic landmarks like The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, along with St. Paul's Cathedral, offer a glimpse into the city's rich history and architecture.
For a comprehensive experience of London's top attractions, cultural sites, and local neighborhoods, it is recommended to spend around 3 to 5 days in the city. This allows time to explore major landmarks such as the British Museum, Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace, as well as enjoy local markets and parks.
Yes, you can take the train from St Ives to London.
Since neither St Ives nor London are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London include Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, Stevenage, Canterbury.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from St Ives to London among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
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Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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