What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall)?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall)?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and St Ives (Cornwall)?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Harbour Hotel via Bus Station, Bampfylde Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and St Ives (Cornwall)?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) via Exeter St Davids and St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall)?

The distance between Barnstaple and St Ives (Cornwall) is 168 miles. The road distance is 105.3 miles.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall)?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) bus from?

Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) train from?

Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall)?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) bus arrive?

Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) train arrive?

Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall)?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall).

How do I get a train ticket from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall)?

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Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

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Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 21m
£68–127
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
7h 36m
£24–50
Drive 104.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall)car 104.7 mi
2h 7m
£26–38

Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) by train

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and St Ives (Cornwall), England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to St Ives (Cornwall) via Exeter St Davids and St Erth in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Harbour Hotel via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Bus Station in around 7h 36m.

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