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

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to St Ives is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £45 - £90 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dartford to St Ives is to drive which takes 5h 44m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Dartford and St Ives?

No, there is no direct bus from Dartford to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Constance Grove and arriving at The Terrace via Bexleyheath Clock Tower, Whitehall / Trafalgar Square, London Victoria and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and St Ives?

No, there is no direct train from Dartford to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Dartford and arriving at St Erth via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 37m.

How far is it from Dartford to St Ives?

The distance between Dartford and St Ives is 323 miles. The road distance is 295.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dartford to St Ives without a car is to train which takes 10h 37m and costs £140 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 10h 37m to get from Dartford to St Ives, including transfers.

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

Dartford to St Ives bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

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

Dartford to St Ives train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Dartford to St Ives?

The best way to get from Dartford to St Ives is to train which takes 10h 37m and costs £140 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £250 and takes 12h 10m, you could also fly, which costs £250 - £650 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Dartford to St Ives bus arrive?

Dartford to St Ives bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Foundry Square station.

Where does the Dartford to St Ives train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dartford to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to St Ives is 295 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Dartford to St Ives.

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

Book your Dartford to St Ives train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near St Ives?

There are 2942+ hotels available in St Ives.

Dartford to St Ives - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromDartford to St Ives

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 9 ways to get from Dartford to St Ives by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to St Erthtrain London Paddington - Penzance
10h 37m
£144–280
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49
12h 34m
£49–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Foundry Squarebus 406
12h 10m
£62–245
Drive 293.6 mi
1. Drive from Dartford to St Ivescar 293.6 mi
5h 44m
£72–103
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
8h 57m
£180–418
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane STN - NQY
3. Take the train from Truro to St Erthtrain
7h 21m
£92–271
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LCY - NQY
9h 17m
£251–638
Train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LTN - NQY
10h 11m
£130–322
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Dartford to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LGW - NQY
4. Take the train from Truro to St Erthtrain
7h 4m
£97–269

Dartford to St Ives by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

12h 34mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dartford to St Ives.

Launch map view

Distance: 321 mi
Duration: 10h 37m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to St Erth every 2 hours. Tickets cost £130–250 and the journey takes 7h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Foundry Square twice daily. Tickets cost £55–140 and the journey takes 8h 20m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.