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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to St Ives is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to St Ives is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and St Ives?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at The Terrace via Plymouth Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and St Ives?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Hayle via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Wales to St Ives?

The distance between Wales and St Ives is 243 miles. The road distance is 211.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to St Ives without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Wales to St Ives, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to St Ives bus from?

Wales to St Ives bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

Wales to St Ives train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to St Ives?

The best way to get from Wales to St Ives is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Wales to St Ives bus arrive?

Wales to St Ives bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Wales to St Ives train arrive?

Wales to St Ives train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Wales to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to St Ives is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Wales to St Ives.

How do I get a train ticket from Wales to St Ives?

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Where can I stay near St Ives?

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Wales to St Ives - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Wales to St Ives by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Hayletrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h 12m
£102–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
9h 29m
£39–69
Drive 210.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to St Ivescar 210.7 mi
3h 57m
£53–77
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to St Erthtrain
6h 20m
£94–181

Wales to St Ives by train and bus

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6h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Hayle 5 times a week. Tickets cost £95–180 and the journey takes 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Terrace via Plymouth Coach Station and Bus Station in around 9h 29m.

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