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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to St Ives
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£128
Average price
£137
Fastest journey
7 h 26 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
262 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £128.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains 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 trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 49 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.
07:047h26
Bournemouth14:30St Ives
£1281One-way
0 changes
07:407h49
Bournemouth15:29St Ives
£1471One-way
0 changes
07:047h26
Bournemouth14:30St Ives
£1281One-way
0 changes
07:407h49
Bournemouth15:29St Ives
£1471One-way
0 changes
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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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£141 Average Price | £80 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Bournemouth to St Ives train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 19:42
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:04 Bournemouth | 7h26 | 14:30 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:40 Bournemouth | 7h49 | 15:29 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to St Ives
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bournemouth to St Ives run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £128 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £52
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £128 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 11m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 19:03 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £52
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, South Western Railway from Bournemouth to St Ives trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, South Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and St Ives from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 51m
Cheapest Price
£128
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Price
£143
South Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 31m
Cheapest Price
£314
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Bournemouth to St Ives train
FAQs: Travel by train from Bournemouth to St Ives easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bournemouth to St Ives.
The train distance from Bournemouth to St Ives is 262 km.
Booking trains from Bournemouth to St Ives in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Bournemouth to St Ives can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £128, while the average price tends to be around £141.
The train journey from Bournemouth to St Ives covers a distance of 262 km and takes approximately 7h 11m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to St Ives is by coach, costing approximately £52.
The first train from Bournemouth to St Ives leaves at 5:55.
To get from Bournemouth to St Ives, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Bournemouth that goes to St Ives is Bournemouth station (BMH), and it arrives at St Ives station (SIV).
The last train from Bournemouth to St Ives departs at 19:03.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bournemouth to St Ives.
Trains from Bournemouth to St Ives run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bournemouth to St Ives.
Yes, you can take the train from Bournemouth to St Ives.
There is no night train service from Bournemouth to St Ives.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and St Ives
Bournemouth
St Ives
The major train station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth for your trip from Bournemouth to St Ives.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Premium
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bournemouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
The major train station for arrivals in St Ives is St Ives. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Ives for your journey to St Ives from Bournemouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Parking
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free acccess to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for St Ives
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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