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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to St Ives
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
12 h 5 m
Average duration
12 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to St Ives is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to St Ives will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £75.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bournemouth for St Ives every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 12 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £128.
Distance: 262 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£80 Average Price Cheapest | £141 Average Price |
11h 48m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Bournemouth to St Ives bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to St Ives coaches for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:55 Bournemouth | 12h05 | 19:00 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:15 Bournemouth | 12h31 | 05:46 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to St Ives
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Buses from Bournemouth to St Ives run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:25, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 262 km distance in 11h 55m.
Distance 262 km |
Average bus duration 11h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 06:25 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to St IvesYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to St Ives with National Express for as low as £52. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bournemouth to St Ives coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to St Ives by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Ives, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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