The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to St Ives
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
13 h 16 m
Average duration
13 h 36 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton 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 Southampton to St Ives will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
Of the 2 buses that leave Southampton 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 299 km distance in an average of 13 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 16 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 56 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 Southampton to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £127.
Distance: 299 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£80 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price |
13h 17m Average total duration 12h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to St Ives
Buses from Southampton to St Ives run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:33, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 299 km distance in 10h 23m.
Distance 299 km |
Average bus duration 12h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 23m |
First bus 05:33 |
Last bus 22:20 |
FAQs: Southampton to St Ives coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton and St Ives
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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