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Compare coach and train for Leicester to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £157.
Distance: 405 km
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6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Leicester to St Ives trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail operates all trains services from Leicester to St Ives.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to St Ives.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leicester to St Ives.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to St Ives.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to St Ives
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Trains from Leicester to St Ives run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £157 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 405 km distance in 7h 9m.
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 £27
Distance 405 km |
Average train duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £157 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 9m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 21:37 |
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 £27
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Leicester to St Ives trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Leicester and St Ives from £27. 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
7h 16m
Cheapest Price
£60
Great Western Rail frequency
3 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
FAQs: Leicester to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to St Ives can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £157, while the average price tends to be around £158.
The train journey from Leicester to St Ives covers a distance of 405 km and takes approximately 7h 9m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to St Ives is 405 km.
The first train from Leicester to St Ives leaves at 5:54.
The last train from Leicester to St Ives departs at 21:37.
Trains from Leicester to St Ives run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leicester to St Ives.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to St Ives.
To get from Leicester to St Ives, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Leicester to St Ives.
The train station in Leicester that goes to St Ives is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at St Ives station (SIV).
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to St Ives is by coach, costing approximately £27.
Booking trains from Leicester to St Ives in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Leicester to St Ives offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque English countryside and charming villages.
A day trip from Leicester to St Ives is not feasible as the journey takes 7h 9m and covers 405 km. Train frequency is 4 per day.
In St Ives, you can take a scenic walk along the South West Coast Path for breathtaking coastal views and wildlife spotting. Enjoy a boat trip to Seal Island to see seals in their natural habitat. Visit the St Ives Museum for insights into local history and culture, or participate in an art workshop to create your own masterpiece. Explore vibrant markets for unique crafts and local produce. Don't miss Tate St Ives for modern art, the Barbara Hepworth Museum for stunning sculptures, the picturesque St Ives Harbour, Porthmeor Beach for surfing and sunbathing, and The Leach Pottery for traditional pottery techniques.
To fully enjoy St Ives, a visit of 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to explore its beaches, art galleries, and local cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to St Ives.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and St Ives
Leicester
St Ives
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to St Ives.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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 Leicester.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotel
Lost 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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