The average train between Cheltenham and St Ives takes 6h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham to St Ives. 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 every 2 hours between Cheltenham and St Ives. The earliest departure is at 8:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 8:52 PM which arrives into St Ives at 7:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Hayle and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cheltenham to St Ives? 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 Cheltenham to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at St Ives station via Hayle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.
Cheltenham to St Ives train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to St Ives train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Hayle station.
Book your Cheltenham to St Ives train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Cheltenham and St Ives is 302.6 km. The road distance is 398 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Hayle 6 times a week. Tickets cost £100–160 and the journey takes 4h 35m.