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

The cheapest way to get from Faringdon to St Ives is to train and bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Faringdon to St Ives is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Faringdon and St Ives?

No, there is no direct train from Faringdon to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) via St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Faringdon to St Ives?

The distance between Faringdon and St Ives is 258 miles. The road distance is 233.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Faringdon to St Ives without a car is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Faringdon to St Ives, including transfers.

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

Faringdon to St Ives train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Where does the Faringdon to St Ives train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Faringdon to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Faringdon to St Ives is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Faringdon to St Ives.

Where can I stay near St Ives?

There are 2878+ hotels available in St Ives.

Faringdon to St Ives - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Faringdon to St Ives by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to St Erthtrain London Paddington - Penzance
6h 55m
£104–207
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Trurobus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Terracebus 14
10h 47m
£41–67
Drive 232.2 mi
1. Drive from Faringdon to St Ivescar 232.2 mi
4h 16m
£58–83
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Land'S End Airport (LEQ)plane EXT - LEQ
7h 24m
£123–441
Train, line 14 bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Redruthtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Terracebus 14
8h 32m
£121–185

Faringdon to St Ives by bus and train

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Distance: 256.9 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swindon to St Erth once daily. Tickets cost £100–200 and the journey takes 4h 31m.

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