What is the cheapest way to get from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The cheapest way to get from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water is to bus and train which costs £45 - £85 and takes 10h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The fastest way to get from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between St Ives and Bourton-on-the-Water?

No, there is no direct bus from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water. However, there are services departing from The Terrace and arriving at Rectory Lane via Viaduct, Arle Court Transport Hub and Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

Is there a direct train between St Ives and Bourton-on-the-Water?

No, there is no direct train from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water. However, there are services departing from St Ives (Cornwall) and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via St Erth and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The distance between St Ives and Bourton-on-the-Water is 270 miles. The road distance is 232.1 miles.

How do I travel from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water without a car?

The best way to get from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water without a car is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs £120 - £210.

How long does it take to get from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water bus from?

St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Viaduct station.

Where do I catch the St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water train from?

St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from St Erth station.

Train or bus from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The best way to get from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water bus arrive?

St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water train arrive?

St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water?

Yes, the driving distance between St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Where can I stay near Bourton-on-the-Water?

There are 1949+ hotels available in Bourton-on-the-Water.

St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Water by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from St Erth to Plymouthtrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 13m
£126–205
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Terrace to Bus Stationbus 14
2. Take the bus from Truro to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cheltenham Spatrain
10h 54m
£45–83
Drive 230.7 mi
1. Drive from St Ives to Bourton-on-the-Watercar 230.7 mi
4h 12m
£56–81
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from St Erth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 32m
£127–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Viaduct to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 104
11h 27m
£51–119

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Distance: 268.3 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between St Ives, Cornwall, England and Bourton-on-the-Water, England?

You can take a train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Rectory Lane via St Erth, Plymouth, Cheltenham Spa, Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn, Clarence Parade arrival, and Royal Well Bus Station in around 7h 13m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Viaduct to Arle Court Transport Hub twice daily. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 8h 41m.

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