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G15185 · W34791 · Y155789:006h30Cardiff Central (CDF)15:30St Ives station (SIV)£1381One-way2 changes- G15184 · G15170 · Y155688:006h58Cardiff Central (CDF)14:58St Ives station (SIV)£1381One-way2 changes
- G15186 · G15171 · Y1559810:006h29Cardiff Central (CDF)16:29St Ives station (SIV)£1381One-way2 changes
- G15008 · G15171 · Y15598+
G0114010:305h59Cardiff Central (CDF)16:29St Ives station (SIV)£1391One-way3 changes - G15006 · W34791 · Y15578+G011359:286h02Cardiff Central (CDF)15:30St Ives station (SIV)£1391One-way3 changes
- G15008 · G15171 · Y15598+G0114010:305h59Cardiff Central (CDF)16:29St Ives station (SIV)£1391One-way3 changes
- G15006 · W34791 · Y15578+G011359:286h02Cardiff Central (CDF)15:30St Ives station (SIV)£1391One-way3 changes
- W34974 · Y41595 · Y15558+G011338:276h02Cardiff Central (CDF)14:29St Ives station (SIV)£1391One-way3 changes
- G15186 · G15171 · Y1559810:006h29Cardiff Central (CDF)16:29St Ives station (SIV)£1381One-way2 changes
- G15185 · W34791 · Y155789:006h30Cardiff Central (CDF)15:30St Ives station (SIV)£1381One-way2 changes
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Compare train and coach for Cardiff to St Ives
The cheapest option from Cardiff to St Ives is coach, with an average price of £20. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to St Ives among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 215 km
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6h 11m Average total duration Fastest option 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to St Ives trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Y41665 · C01221 · Y15621 | On time 10:57 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h32 | 17:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes | |
| Y41665 · Y41605 · Y15611+G01142 | On time 10:57 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h01 | 16:58 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
| C00850 · C01221 · Y15621+G01145 | On time 11:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h04 | 17:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
| W34991 · C33233 · Y15640+W29869 | On time 12:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h15 | 18:40 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
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| G15184 · G15170 · Y15568 | 8:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h58 | 14:58 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes | |
| W34974 · Y41595 · Y15558+G01133 | 8:27 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h02 | 14:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
| G15185 · W34791 · Y15578 | 9:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h30 | 15:30 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes | |
| G15006 · W34791 · Y15578+G01135 | 9:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h02 | 15:30 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
| G15186 · G15171 · Y15598 | 10:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h29 | 16:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to St Ives
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Cardiff to St Ives, including direct trains, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 5h 51m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Lowest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 22:12 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to St Ives trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and St Ives from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to St Ives by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Ives, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and St Ives
Most Cardiff to St Ives trains use the Cardiff Central to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Ninian Park from Cardiff city centre
Ninian Park is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Ninian Park train station facilities and services
Ninian Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ninian Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ninian Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Ninian Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ninian Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from Leckwith Road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Radyr) Leckwith Road via a ramp with a steep gradient, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which St Ives station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to St Ives from St Ives city centre
St Ives train station facilities and services
St Ives has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Ives.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Ives.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Ives.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Ives: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at St Ives: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Ives: 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.
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