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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £60.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at St Erth via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

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

The distance between Gillingham and St Ives (Cornwall) is 196 miles. The road distance is 173.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

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

Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Gillingham (Dorset) station.

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

Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall) is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall).

Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

There are 4120+ hotels available in St Ives (Cornwall).

Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall) - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) 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 39m
£86–175
Drive 172.3 mi
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1. Drive from Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall)car 172.3 mi
3h 10m
£42–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Foundry Squarebus 406 / ...
8h 38m
£45–103

Gillingham to St Ives (Cornwall) by train and bus

122Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.9 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Harbour Hotel via Exeter St Davids, St Erth, and Interchange in around 5h 39m.

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