The average train between Bristol and St Ives (Cornwall) takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol 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.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and St Ives (Cornwall). The earliest departure is at 6:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 9:45 PM which arrives into St Ives (Cornwall) at 8:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bristol to St Ives (Cornwall)? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.
Bristol to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at St Erth station.
Book your Bristol to St Ives (Cornwall) train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Bristol and St Ives (Cornwall) is 245.2 km. The road distance is 328 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to St Ives (Cornwall) via Plymouth and St Erth in around 4h 49m.