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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to St Ives
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
5 h 37 m
Average duration
5 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to St Ives will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cheltenham 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 303 km distance in an average of 5 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 37 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 Cheltenham to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 303 km
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5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cheltenham to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to St Ives trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:52 Cheltenham | 5h37 | 13:29 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to St Ives
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Trains from Cheltenham to St Ives run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 17:32. The fastest train covers the 303 km distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 06:14 |
Last train 17:32 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Cheltenham to St Ives trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Cheltenham and St Ives from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and St Ives
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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