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Trains from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall)

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Trains to St Ives (Cornwall) from Norwich

First train

02:45

Last train

22:40

Departure stationNorwich
Arrival stationSt Ives (Cornwall)
Journey time

From 7h 47m

Distance

337 miles (542 km)

Frequency

34 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Thameslink

What are the train times from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall)?

Check out the next trains departing from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall) for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
07:3015:308h 0m, 3 changes
08:3016:297h 59m, 4 changes
09:3017:287h 58m, 3 changes
10:3019:018h 31m, 4 changes
11:3019:308h 0m, 3 changes
12:3020:308h 0m, 3 changes
13:3021:308h 0m, 3 changes
14:3022:418h 11m, 3 changes
15:3007:1815h 48m, 3 changes
16:3007:1814h 48m, 4 changes

Trains to St Ives (Cornwall) from Norwich

Want to travel from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall) by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 12 hours 17 minutes to travel from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall) by train. You'll find on average 34 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to St Ives (Cornwall) by train; you'll need to make 3 changes.

Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway and South Western Railway trains operate on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall)?

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

How do I travel from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall)?

You can get from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall) by train in 12 hours and 17 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 7 hours and 47 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

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

The average journey time by train between Norwich and St Ives (Cornwall) is 12 hours and 17 minutes, with around 34 trains per day running on this route. 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 Norwich and St Ives (Cornwall) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall) is 7 hours and 47 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall)?

No, there are no direct train services from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall). Travelling from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall) by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall)?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Norwich to St Ives (Cornwall) is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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