The average train between Lincoln and St Ives takes 10h 53m and the fastest train takes 8h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 3 hours between Lincoln and St Ives. The earliest departure is at 7:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 8:17 PM which arrives into St Ives at 1:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 10h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at St Ives station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.
Lincoln to St Ives train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Lincoln Central station.
Lincoln to St Ives train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Hayle station.
Book your Lincoln to St Ives train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Lincoln and St Ives is 477.3 km. The road distance is 613 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to The Terrace via Derby, Hayle, and Foundry Square in around 9h 8m.