The average train between Wales and St Ives takes 7h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 hourly between Wales and St Ives. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 11:30 PM which arrives into St Ives at 11:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Hayle and take an average of 7h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at St Ives station via Hayle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.
Wales to St Ives train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to St Ives train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Hayle station.
Book your Wales to St Ives train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Wales and St Ives is 260.9 km. The road distance is 389 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Hayle 5 times a week. Tickets cost £100–210 and the journey takes 5h 28m.