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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to St Ives
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter 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 Exeter to St Ives will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Exeter 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 150 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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.
8:344h55Exeter13:29St Ives£241One-way0 changes- 10:154h14Exeter14:29St Ives£321One-way0 changes
- 10:154h14Exeter14:29St Ives£321One-way0 changes
- 8:344h55Exeter13:29St Ives£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Exeter to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£25 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Exeter to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C48009 · Y41605 · Y15611 | On time 12:51 St James' Park (SJP) | 4h07 | 16:58 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes | |
| Y41729 · C01221 · Y15621 | On time 13:49 St James' Park (SJP) | 3h40 | 17:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes | |
| C48020 · C33233 · Y15640 | On time 14:49 St James' Park (SJP) | 3h51 | 18:40 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 13 July | |||||
| 8:34 Exeter | 4h55 | 13:29 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:15 Exeter | 4h14 | 14:29 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to St Ives
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter to St Ives run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 21:37 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter to St Ives trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter and St Ives from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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 Exeter and St Ives
Most Exeter to St Ives trains use the Exeter St Davids to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Exeter station do trains to St Ives leave from?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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: No.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which St Ives station do trains from Exeter 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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