Trains to St Ives (Cornwall) from Cambridge
| First train | 03:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:22 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | St Ives (Cornwall) | |
| Journey time | From 7h 32m | |
| Distance | 279 miles (449 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink |
Travelling from Cambridge to St Ives (Cornwall) by train
Looking to travel from Cambridge to St Ives (Cornwall) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 10 hours 9 minutes to travel from Cambridge to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 32 minutes though. You'll usually find 5 trains per day running along the 279 miles (449 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to St Ives (Cornwall), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink to get to St Ives (Cornwall). 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 Cambridge to St Ives (Cornwall) 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!
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