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St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) by train

First train

07:07

Last train

21:48

Departure station

St Ives (Cornwall)

Arrival station

Stamford (Lincs)

Journey time

From 7h 46m

Distance

273 miles (440 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway

Travelling from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) by train

Looking to travel from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 10 hours 21 minutes to travel from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 46 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 273 miles (440 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Stamford (Lincs), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry to get to Stamford (Lincs). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) take?

The average journey time by train between St Ives (Cornwall) and Stamford (Lincs) is 10 hours and 21 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between St Ives (Cornwall) and Stamford (Lincs) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) is 7 hours and 46 minutes.

Is there a direct train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs)?

No, there are no direct train services from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs). Travelling from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) leave?

The first train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) leaves at 07:07. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) leave?

The last train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) leaves at 21:48. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between St Ives (Cornwall) and Stamford (Lincs) by train?

Trains travelling from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs) cover a distance of around 273 miles (440 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Stamford (Lincs) to St Ives (Cornwall).

Cheap train tickets from St Ives (Cornwall) to Stamford (Lincs)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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