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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) is to fly and train which costs £65 - £260 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) is to fly and train which takes 6h 37m and costs £65 - £260.

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

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Hayle via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 2m.

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

The distance between Edinburgh and St Ives (Cornwall) is 636 miles. The road distance is 544.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 11h 2m and costs £330 - £460.

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

It takes approximately 11h 2m to get from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) is 544 miles. It takes approximately 9h 27m to drive from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall).

Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

There are 4005+ hotels available in St Ives (Cornwall).

Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Hayletrain Edinburgh - Penzance
11h 2m
£331–455
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane EDI - NQY
2. Take the train from Truro to St Erthtrain
6h 37m
£68–256
Drive 541.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall)car 541.3 mi
9h 27m
£133–192
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Hayletrain
13h 31m
£217–427
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain
8h 21m
£148–356
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to St Erthtrain
8h 44m
£128–296
Train to Newcastle, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane NCL - NQY
3. Take the train from Truro to St Erthtrain
7h 54m
£114–319

Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) by train and bus

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11h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 632.6 mi
Duration: 11h 2m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Hayle 6 times a week. Tickets cost £320–460 and the journey takes 10h 24m.

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