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

The cheapest way to get from Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

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

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

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

The distance between Blandford Forum and St Ives (Cornwall) is 213 miles. The road distance is 177.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £120 - £240.

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

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

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

Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Gillingham (Dorset) station.

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

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

Can I drive from Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall)?

Yes, the driving distance between Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall) is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall).

Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

There are 4123+ hotels available in St Ives (Cornwall).

Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall) - 3 ways to travel via train, bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) 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 6m
£129–233
Drive 176.2 mi
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1. Drive from Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall)car 176.2 mi
3h 25m
£43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Trurotrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Harbour Hotelbus 14
9h 52m
£60–118

Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall) by bus and train

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9h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 211.3 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a vehicle from Blandford Forum to St Ives (Cornwall) via Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, and St Erth in around 6h 6m.

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