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

The cheapest way to get from Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall) is to bus via Bus Station which costs £40 - £75 and takes 12h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £100.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Watling Court and arriving at Harbour Hotel via St Mary's Road, Watford Junction station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Elstree & Borehamwood and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

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

The distance between Elstree and St Ives (Cornwall) is 322 miles. The road distance is 281.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 10h 15m and costs £140 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 10h 15m to get from Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

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

Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall) is to train which takes 10h 15m and costs £140 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 11h 10m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall) is 281 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall).

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

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Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

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Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to St Erthtrain London Paddington - Penzance
10h 15m
£141–285
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49
12h 18m
£44–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Foundry Squarebus 406
11h 10m
£56–139
Drive 279.7 mi
1. Drive from Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall)car 279.7 mi
5h 7m
£69–99

Elstree to St Ives (Cornwall) by train

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Distance: 319.7 mi
Duration: 10h 15m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to St Erth every 2 hours. Tickets cost £130–260 and the journey takes 7h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Foundry Square once daily. Tickets cost £50–130 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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