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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to St Ives
Cheapest price
£346
Average price
£346
Fastest journey
11 h 37 m
Average duration
11 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
657 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to St Ives will cost around £346 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £346.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh 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 trains cover the 657 km distance in an average of 11 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 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.
11:0411h37Edinburgh22:41St Ives£3461One-way0 changes
- 11:0411h37Edinburgh22:41St Ives£3461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh 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 10h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £468.
Distance: 657 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£168 Average Price | £503 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 46m Average total duration Fastest 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 25m Average total duration 17h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 48m Average total duration 21h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to St Ives trains for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:04 Edinburgh | 11h37 | 22:41 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to St Ives
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to St Ives run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 657 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 657 km |
Average train duration 10h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 30m |
First train 7:30 |
Last train 21:37 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Edinburgh to St Ives trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh 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: Edinburgh to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and St Ives
Most Edinburgh to St Ives trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which St Ives station do trains from Edinburgh 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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