Trains to St Ives (Cornwall) from Cardiff Queen Street
| First train | 05:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:03 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Queen Street | |
| Arrival station | St Ives (Cornwall) | |
| Journey time | From 5h 39m | |
| Distance | 134 miles (215 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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About the train journey from Cardiff Queen Street to St Ives (Cornwall)
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The train from Cardiff Queen Street to St Ives (Cornwall) usually takes 8 hours 16 minutes on average to travel 134 miles (215 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 39 minutes. You can expect to find 9 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to St Ives (Cornwall), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to St Ives (Cornwall) if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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The price of train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to St Ives (Cornwall) starts at one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
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