What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to St Ives?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to St Ives is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to St Ives?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to St Ives is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and St Ives?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at The Terrace via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and St Ives?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at St Erth via Axminster and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to St Ives?

The distance between Bournemouth and St Ives is 228 miles. The road distance is 188.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to St Ives without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to St Ives without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 9h 9m and costs £80 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to St Ives?

It takes approximately 9h 9m to get from Bournemouth to St Ives, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to St Ives bus from?

Bournemouth to St Ives bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to St Ives train from?

Bournemouth to St Ives train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to St Ives?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to St Ives is to train via Exeter which takes 9h 9m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £180 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Bournemouth to St Ives bus arrive?

Bournemouth to St Ives bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to St Ives train arrive?

Bournemouth to St Ives train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Weymouth station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to St Ives is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Bournemouth to St Ives.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to St Ives?

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Where can I stay near St Ives?

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Bournemouth to St Ives - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to St Ives by train, bus, or car

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Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain
9h 9m
£83–171
Drive 187.2 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to St Ivescar 187.2 mi
3h 41m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Foundry Squarebus 406
11h 15m
£71–175
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to St Erthtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 51m
£152–291

Bournemouth to St Ives by train and bus

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9h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 227 mi
Duration: 9h 9m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and St Ives, Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to The Terrace via Weymouth, Weymouth station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Axminster, Exeter St Davids, St Erth, and Interchange in around 9h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to The Terrace via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Foundry Square in around 11h 15m.

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