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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £75.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Harbour Hotel via Plymouth Coach Station and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) via St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

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

The distance between Cardiff and St Ives (Cornwall) is 244 miles. The road distance is 211.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

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

Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 37m.

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

Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

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

Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at St Erth station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall).

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

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Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

There are 3938+ hotels available in St Ives (Cornwall).

Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to St Erthtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h 9m
£101–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Foundry Squarebus 406 / ...
8h 37m
£40–65
Drive 210.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall)car 210.1 mi
3h 56m
£52–75
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to St Erthtrain
6h 21m
£94–181

Cardiff to St Ives (Cornwall) by train

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.4 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to St Erth 5 times a week. Tickets cost £100–180 and the journey takes 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Harbour Hotel via Plymouth Coach Station and Foundry Square in around 8h 37m.

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