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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall) is to train and bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £80.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Harbour Hotel via Arle Court Transport Hub and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 21m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) via Plymouth and St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

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

The distance between Cheltenham and St Ives (Cornwall) is 249 miles. The road distance is 217.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

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

Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

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

Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall) is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 10h 21m.

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

Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Foundry Square station.

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

Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall) is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall).

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

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Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to St Erthtrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
5h 41m
£125–199
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Trurobus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Harbour Hotelbus 14
9h 49m
£42–74
Drive 216.1 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall)car 216.1 mi
3h 52m
£53–76
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 5m
£122–205
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Foundry Squarebus 104
10h 21m
£48–114

Cheltenham to St Ives (Cornwall) by train

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Distance: 247.9 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to St Ives (Cornwall) via Plymouth and St Erth in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Foundry Square once daily. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 8h 10m.

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