Trains from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall)
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Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) by train
| First train | 05:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:23 | |
| Departure station | Irvine | |
| Arrival station | St Ives (Cornwall) | |
| Journey time | From 12h 7m | |
| Distance | 375 miles (603 km) | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast |
Travelling from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) by train
Looking to travel from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 14 hours 33 minutes to travel from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 12 hours 7 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 375 miles (603 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 Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or ScotRail 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 Irvine 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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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
What's the fastest journey time between Irvine and St Ives (Cornwall) by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) is 12 hours and 7 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall)?
No, there are no direct train services from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall). Travelling from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.
What time does the first train from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) leave?
The first train from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) leaves at 05:53. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) leave?
The last train from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) leaves at 10:23. 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 Irvine and St Ives (Cornwall) by train?
Trains travelling from Irvine to St Ives (Cornwall) cover a distance of around 375 miles (603 km) during the journey.
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