The average train between Grantham and St Ives takes 8h 35m and the fastest train takes 6h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Grantham 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 4 hours between Grantham and St Ives. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grantham is at 10:59 PM which arrives into St Ives at 11:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 8h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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7h 8m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Grantham 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 Grantham to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Grantham station and arriving at St Ives station via Hayle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.
Grantham to St Ives train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Derby station.
Grantham to St Ives train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Hayle station.
Book your Grantham to St Ives train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Grantham and St Ives is 449 km. The road distance is 596 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Hayle 6 times a week. Tickets cost £160–230 and the journey takes 5h 56m.