- Must visit
Tate St Ives
Seafront gallery showing modern and contemporary art, with changing exhibitions and dramatic views over Porthmeor Beach.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Looe to St Ives
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Looe to St Ives and enjoy the approximately 75 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 17:04.
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
Distance 75 km |
First train 7:30 |
Last train 17:04 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
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
Complete guide to St Ives
Things to do in St Ives
Discover the best of St Ives — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St Ives trip today.
- Must visit
Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden
Former artists’ studio and home of Barbara Hepworth, featuring sculptures displayed in the garden and preserved rooms.
- Recommended
St Ives Museum
Local museum covering fishing, mining, art and maritime life, with varied exhibits that explain St Ives past.
- Must visit
St Ives Harbour
Compact harbour area with beaches, boats, galleries and winding lanes; ideal for soaking up the town’s atmosphere.
- Must visit
Porthmeor Beach
Sheltered beach and promenade beneath Tate St Ives, loved for surfing, sunsets and easy access to the coast path.
- Recommended
The Island
Headland path and grassy viewpoint above the beaches, popular for sea views, picnics and watching the sunset.
Cornish Pasty
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
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.
- Gluten-free
Cornish Sardines
Cornish sardines, often called pilchards locally, are a signature catch of Cornwall. They are prized for their freshness and long fishing heritage.
St Ives Bakery
Popular traditional bakery for Cornish pasties, pies and sweet treats. A dependable stop for classic local food in casual surroundings.
Porthminster Beach Cafe
Harbourside seafood restaurant known for fresh local fish and shellfish. Relaxed modern setting with strong views over St Ives harbour.
Porthgwidden Beach Cafe
Established seafood restaurant by the harbour, focused on local catch, oysters and crab. Smart but approachable atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food, pasties or a simple café meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino or flat white.
Tipping culture
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.
Transport for Cornwall
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £5
To the city centre
St Ives railway station -> St Ives Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy bus tickets on the bus by cash or contactless, or in the Transport for Cornwall app.
- Transport for Cornwall Tap & Cap caps adult contactless bus spend, but under-19s should not use it because it only recognises adult fares.
FAQs: Looe to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Looe 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 train distance from Looe to St Ives is 75 km.
The first train from Looe to St Ives leaves at 7:30.
The last train from Looe to St Ives departs at 17:04.
There is no night train service from Looe to St Ives.
The train station in Looe that goes to St Ives is Looe station (LOO), and it arrives at St Ives station (SIV).
Booking trains from Looe 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 Looe to St Ives is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the Cornish coastline, charming villages, and lush countryside, especially as it passes through areas like the Looe Valley and approaches the coast near St Ives.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Looe to St Ives.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Looe and St Ives
Most Looe to St Ives trains use the Looe to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Looe and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Looe
Arrival train stations in St Ives
Which Looe station do trains to St Ives leave from?
Trains from Looe to St Ives leave from Looe. The station is from Looe city centre at Looe station, Station Road, Looe, Cornwall, PL13 1HN.
LooeLooe station, Station Road, Looe, Cornwall, PL13 1HN+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Looe from Looe city centre
Bus73, 10, 73A · 7m · £2 · every ~4 min
Looe train station facilities and services
Looe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Looe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Looe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Looe.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Looe: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Looe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Looe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access 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 public telephones: The public phone box is not accessible at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which St Ives station do trains from Looe arrive at?
Trains from Looe to St Ives arrive at St Ives. St Ives is 1 km from St Ives city centre.
St IvesSt Ives station, Station Road, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2BP
City-centre transport
Getting to St Ives from St Ives city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesMalakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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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