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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to St Ives is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to St Ives is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and St Ives?

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

How far is it from Cardiff to St Ives?

The distance between Cardiff and St Ives is 243 miles. The road distance is 211.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to St Ives without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £100 - £200.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Cardiff to St Ives train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to St Ives is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Cardiff to St Ives.

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

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Where can I stay near St Ives?

There are 2883+ hotels available in St Ives.

Cardiff to St Ives - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to St Ives by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Hayletrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h 9m
£109–197
Drive 210.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to St Ivescar 210.7 mi
3h 57m
£52–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Land'S End Airport (LEQ)plane EXT - LEQ
6h 14m
£117–434
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 20m
£101–205

Cardiff to St Ives by train and bus

5Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

£109Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242 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 Hayle 5 times a week. Tickets cost £100–200 and the journey takes 5h 28m.

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