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It takes an average of 12h 42m to travel from Chatham to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, over a distance of around 274 miles (441 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Chatham to St Ives (Cornwall) and tickets for this journey start from £76 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:02 | |
| Departure station | Chatham | |
| Arrival station | St Ives (Cornwall) | |
| Journey time | From 7h 24m | |
| Distance | 274 miles (441 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £76 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern |
About the train journey from Chatham to St Ives (Cornwall)
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The train from Chatham to St Ives (Cornwall) usually takes 12 hours 42 minutes on average to travel 274 miles (441 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 7 hours 24 minutes. You can expect to find 4 trains per day running on this popular route. 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. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southeastern, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Chatham to St Ives (Cornwall) if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £76.00. You can also 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.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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The price of train tickets from Chatham to St Ives (Cornwall) starts at £76 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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