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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to St Ives is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 11h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to St Ives is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and St Ives?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at The Terrace via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Exeter and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and St Ives?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) via Exeter St Davids and St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

How far is it from Dorset to St Ives?

The distance between Dorset and St Ives is 195 miles. The road distance is 166.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to St Ives without a car is to train which takes 9h 11m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 9h 11m to get from Dorset to St Ives, including transfers.

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

Dorset to St Ives bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Rail Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Dorset to St Ives?

The best way to get from Dorset to St Ives is to train which takes 9h 11m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 11h 47m.

Where does the Dorset to St Ives bus arrive?

Dorset to St Ives bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to St Ives train arrive?

Dorset to St Ives train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Dorset to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to St Ives is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Dorset to St Ives.

Where can I stay near St Ives?

There are 2800+ hotels available in St Ives.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
9h 11m
£66–126
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Exeter to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
11h 47m
£26–49
Drive 165.1 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to St Ivescar 165.1 mi
3h 14m
£42–60
Train via Castle Cary
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain
9h 12m
£89–174

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Distance: 193.4 mi
Duration: 9h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to St Ives (Cornwall) via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Axminster, Exeter St Davids, and St Erth in around 9h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to The Terrace via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, Exeter, and Bus Station in around 11h 47m.

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