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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £85.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke station to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Harbour Hotel via Reading and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) via Exeter St Davids and St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

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

The distance between Basingstoke and St Ives (Cornwall) is 254 miles. The road distance is 230.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 6h 51m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

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

Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Reading station.

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

Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) is to train via Exeter which takes 6h 51m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 29m.

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

Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Penzance Bus Station.

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

Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall).

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

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Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

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Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, bus, or car

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Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 51m
£96–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
10h 29m
£41–67
Drive 229.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall)car 229.3 mi
4h 8m
£58–83
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to St Erthtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
8h 47m
£117–215
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Foundry Squarebus 406
10h 32m
£49–88

Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) by train

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Distance: 252.5 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to St Ives (Cornwall) via Exeter St Davids and St Erth in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Reading to Penzance Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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