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Trip Overview

The average train between Birmingham and St Ives (Cornwall) takes 7h 5m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. There is at least one train per day from Birmingham to St Ives (Cornwall). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 5m
Duration
293 mi
Distance
£151
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Birmingham to St Ives (Cornwall) train times

Trains run once daily between Birmingham and St Ives (Cornwall). The earliest departure is at 9:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 3:12 PM which arrives into St Ives (Cornwall) at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 48m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 48m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 7m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 28m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)16h 6m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 48m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 48m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 48m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 293 mi
  • Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and St Ives (Cornwall), England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to St Erth once daily. Tickets cost £120–190 and the journey takes 5h 19m.

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