How to travel from Plymouth to St Ives

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Compare bus and train for Plymouth to St Ives

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 60 miles (97 km)

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Driving

€10

Average price

€7

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Cheapest

€23

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 59m

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30m

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3h 40m

Average total duration

3h 10m

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30m

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1h 49m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

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National Express

Most popular bus company

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The cheapest way to travel from Plymouth to St Ives is a bus with an average price of €7.

This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to St Ives:

A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to St Ives costing on average €10.

The fastest way to travel from Plymouth to St Ives is by train with an average journey time of 1h 59m.

Other travel options to St Ives take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Plymouth and St Ives including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Plymouth to St Ives among Omio's users.

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from Plymouth to St Ives

How to get from Plymouth to St Ives by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Plymouth to St Ives is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    2:30 PM2h45
    Plymouth
    5:15 PMSt Ives
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    2:30 PM2h45
    Plymouth
    5:15 PMSt Ives
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    2:30 PM2h45
    Plymouth
    5:15 PMSt Ives
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    1:30 PM2h45
    Plymouth
    4:15 PMSt Ives
    91One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Plymouth to St Ives

Travel to St Ives easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Plymouth to St Ives.

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There are 2 options to travel between Plymouth and St Ives including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Plymouth to St Ives is a bus with an average price of €7.

This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to St Ives:

A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to St Ives costing on average €10.

The fastest way to travel from Plymouth to St Ives is by train with an average journey time of 1h 59m.

Other travel options to St Ives take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 10m.

The distance from Plymouth to St Ives is approximately 60 miles (97 km).
The average frequency per day from Plymouth to St Ives is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Plymouth and St Ives as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Plymouth to St Ives:
  • Trains mostly depart from Plymouth station (PLY) and arrive in St Ives station (SIV).
  • Buses mostly depart from Plymouth, Coach Station and arrive in St Erth, A30.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Plymouth to St Ives, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway to go to St Ives by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to St Ives by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Plymouth to St Ives often also extend their vacation to go to London, Penzance, Newquay, Truro, Bristol. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between St Ives and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in St Ives to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.
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.

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