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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to St Ives is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 12m.

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 12m and costs £40 - £60.

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 Yeovil Junction and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) via Exeter St Davids and St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Dorset to St Ives?

The distance between Dorset and St Ives is 203 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 5h 50m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Dorset to St Ives, including transfers.

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

Dorset to St Ives train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Yeovil Junction 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 12m to drive from Dorset to St Ives.

Where can I stay near St Ives?

There are 2943+ hotels available in St Ives.

Dorset to St Ives - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Dorset to St Ives by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yeovil Junction to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 50m
£128–225
Drive 165.1 mi
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1. Drive from Dorset to St Ivescar 165.1 mi
3h 12m
£41–58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain
8h 16m

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Distance: 201.6 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to St Ives (Cornwall) via Yeovil Junction, Exeter St Davids, and St Erth in around 5h 50m.

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