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

The cheapest way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 12h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £80.

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

No, there is no direct bus from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds. However, there are services departing from Harbour Hotel and arriving at Combend Farm via Viaduct, Golden Valley Hotel and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

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

No, there is no direct train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds. 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 6h 9m.

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

The distance between St Ives (Cornwall) and Cotswolds is 259 miles. The road distance is 220.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds, including transfers.

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

St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Viaduct station.

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

St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from St Erth station.

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

The best way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 12h 24m.

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

St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Arle Court Tpt Hub station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds.

Where can I stay near Cotswolds?

There are 1582+ hotels available in Cotswolds.

St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds 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 / ...
6h 9m
£129–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Viaduct to Arle Court Tpt Hubbus 104
12h 24m
£42–73
Drive 218.8 mi
1. Drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswoldscar 218.8 mi
3h 59m
£54–78
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from St Erth to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucestertrain
8h 5m
£101–186
Train #2
1. Take the train from Hayle to Gloucestertrain Penzance - Leeds
8h 21m
£116–186

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Distance: 257.3 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cotswolds via St Erth, Plymouth, and Cheltenham Spa in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Viaduct to Arle Court Tpt Hub twice daily. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 8h 41m.

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