The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to St Ives
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
12 h 15 m
Average duration
12 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to St Ives will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £59.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portsmouth 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 318 km distance in an average of 12 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 15 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 Portsmouth to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £134.
Distance: 318 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £135 Average Price |
13h 3m Average total duration 12h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth to St Ives bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to St Ives coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:25 Portsmouth | 12h15 | 18:40 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to St Ives
Buses from Portsmouth to St Ives run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:20, the last at 22:18. The fastest coach covers the 318 km distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 318 km |
Average bus duration 12h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 05:20 |
Last bus 22:18 |
FAQs: Portsmouth to St Ives coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth and St Ives
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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