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Tate St Ives
Major gallery above Porthmeor Beach with modern and contemporary art, sea views and changing exhibitions by British and international artists.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Hayle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Hayle will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
On Sat 31 Oct, we found 1 trains from London to Hayle, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 400 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 58 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.

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Trains from London to Hayle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 400 km distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 400 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Hayle.
The table below shows live departures for London to Hayle trains for today, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L79315+ C48443+ C83032+ G15170 | 4:30 London Victoria (VIC) | 10h31 | 15:01 Hayle station (HYL) | 3 changes | |
L79315+ G27018+ C48443 · G15170 | 4:35 London Victoria (VIC) | 10h26 | 15:01 Hayle station (HYL) | 3 changes | |
L79315+ G88348+ C48443 · G15170 | 5:20 London Victoria (VIC) | 9h41 | 15:01 Hayle station (HYL) | 3 changes | |
W34663 · G14977 · C48440 | On time 5:23 London Paddington (PAD) | 6h38 | 12:01 Hayle station (HYL) | 2 changes | |
L79315+ G26378+ C48443 · G15170 | 5:34 London Victoria (VIC) | 9h27 | 15:01 Hayle station (HYL) | 3 changes | |
L79315+ C48443+ C93037+ G15170 | 5:38 London Victoria (VIC) | 9h23 | 15:01 Hayle station (HYL) | 3 changes | |
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Major gallery above Porthmeor Beach with modern and contemporary art, sea views and changing exhibitions by British and international artists.
Volunteer-run museum on Hayle's history, from copper and iron works to harbour life, with archives, photos and local artefacts.
Artist Barbara Hepworth's former studio and sculpture garden in nearby St Ives, showing major works in an intimate setting.
Long sandy beach backed by dunes, popular for walking, birdlife and wide Atlantic views. A classic Hayle spot at low tide and sunset.
Dune-backed nature reserve with trails, estuary views and access to quiet stretches of sand. Good for walkers and wildlife watching.
A broad area of dunes and beaches above St Ives Bay, valued for coastal walks, open views and a more local feel than busier resorts.
A Cornish pastry filled traditionally with beef, potato, swede and onion. It is Cornwall’s signature handheld meal and strongly tied to local mining history.
A saffron-enriched bread from Cornwall, lightly sweet and often served sliced with butter. It reflects the county’s long use of imported saffron.
A rich fruit bun made with spices, currants and citrus peel. It is a traditional Cornish tea-time bake, especially popular toasted with butter.
Well-known traditional bakery stop for Cornish pasties, buns and cakes. A practical choice for tasting classic local bakes in Hayle.
Popular waterside seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and harbour views in a relaxed coastal setting.
Friendly beachside café and restaurant near Gwithian, known for hearty breakfasts, lunches and sea-view dining after a walk or surf.
Moderate for Cornwall. Accommodation rises in peak season, while casual dining and local buses are fairly manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is good and not already added. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Hayle 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 Hayle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Hayle trains use the London Paddington to Hayle station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Hayle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Paddington 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Hayle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hayle.
Wi-Fi is available at Hayle.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hayle: Parking.
Available at Hayle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hayle: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free category B2 station - This station has a degree of step free access to both platforms via an underpass to the south of 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, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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