Stowmarket to St Ives (Cornwall) by train
| First train | 04:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:11 | |
| Departure station | Stowmarket | |
| Arrival station | St Ives (Cornwall) | |
| Journey time | From 7h 30m | |
| Distance | 312 miles (502 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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Taking the train from Stowmarket to St Ives (Cornwall) in 7 hours 30 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Stowmarket to St Ives (Cornwall)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 35 minutes to travel the 312 miles (502 km) from Stowmarket to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 21 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or CrossCountry to St Ives (Cornwall). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Stowmarket to St Ives (Cornwall) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Stowmarket to St Ives (Cornwall)
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Consider a Season Ticket
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