The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to St Ives
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
18 h 55 m
Average duration
18 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to St Ives will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 1 buses that leave Liverpool for St Ives every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 396 km distance in an average of 18 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 55 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 Liverpool to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 396 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price |
12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration Fastest 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Liverpool to St Ives bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to St Ives coaches for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:40 Liverpool | 18h55 | 23:35 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:25 Liverpool | 17h30 | 07:55 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to St Ives
Buses from Liverpool to St Ives run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:08, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 396 km distance in 14h 56m.
Distance 396 km |
Average bus duration 11h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 14h 56m |
First bus 02:08 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Liverpool to St IvesYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to St Ives with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to St Ives coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and St Ives
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
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