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Tate St Ives
Seafront gallery showing modern and contemporary art, with changing exhibitions and dramatic views over Porthmeor Beach.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liskeard to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 78 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Liskeard to St Ives trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 Liskeard | 1h48 | 9:58 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:45 Liskeard | 1h44 | 12:29 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Liskeard to St Ives run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 20:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of St Ives — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St Ives trip today.
Seafront gallery showing modern and contemporary art, with changing exhibitions and dramatic views over Porthmeor Beach.
Former artists’ studio and home of Barbara Hepworth, featuring sculptures displayed in the garden and preserved rooms.
Local museum covering fishing, mining, art and maritime life, with varied exhibits that explain St Ives past.
Compact harbour area with beaches, boats, galleries and winding lanes; ideal for soaking up the town’s atmosphere.
Sheltered beach and promenade beneath Tate St Ives, loved for surfing, sunsets and easy access to the coast path.
Headland path and grassy viewpoint above the beaches, popular for sea views, picnics and watching the sunset.
Cornish pasty is a baked pastry with beef, potato, swede and onion. It is Cornwall’s best-known portable meal and strongly tied to local mining history.
Stargazy pie is a traditional Cornish fish pie, usually with pilchards baked under pastry with the fish heads showing. It is a famous local winter speciality.
Cornish sardines, often called pilchards locally, are a signature catch of Cornwall. They are prized for their freshness and long fishing heritage.
Popular traditional bakery for Cornish pasties, pies and sweet treats. A dependable stop for classic local food in casual surroundings.
Harbourside seafood restaurant known for fresh local fish and shellfish. Relaxed modern setting with strong views over St Ives harbour.
Established seafood restaurant by the harbour, focused on local catch, oysters and crab. Smart but approachable atmosphere.
St Ives is pricier than many UK seaside towns, especially in summer. Hotels, seafood meals and parking add up, though buses and simple cafés can keep costs manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and spare change is fine in cafés.
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St Ives railway station -> St Ives Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liskeard 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.

Most Liskeard to St Ives trains use the Liskeard to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Liskeard and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liskeard has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Liskeard.
Wi-Fi is available at Liskeard.
Ticket office support is available at Liskeard.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liskeard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liskeard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liskeard: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 Station - This station has a degree of step free access but platform 1 can only be accessed via very steep ramps, Platform 2 can be accessed via paths at the bottom of the steep hills, platform 3 (to Looe) can be accessed step free from the bottom of the hill access road to the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station. Passenger Assist -Refer to station message, 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.
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 options are available at St Ives.
Wi-Fi is available at St Ives.
Ticket office support is available at St Ives.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Ives: Parking, Taxis.
Available at St Ives: Bike Parking.
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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