- Must visit
Tate St Ives
Seafront gallery showing modern and contemporary art, with changing exhibitions and dramatic views over Porthmeor Beach.
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£223
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester to St Ives will cost around £223 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
To travel from Manchester to St Ives you need to make at least 2 changes.
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G15171 · Y15598
G01009 · W29862+
G14980 · Y15618
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Y15628
G01009 · W29862+
G14980 · Y15618
G01005 · G01140+
G15171 · Y15598
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G15171 · Y15598
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G38873Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 427 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£109 Average Price | £142 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G38866+ G15006+ G01135+ W34791 | 6:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 9h03 | 15:30 St Ives station (SIV) | 4 changes | |
G38866+ G15186 · G15171 · Y15598 | 6:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 10h02 | 16:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
G01003 · G01135+ W34791 · Y15578 | On time 7:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 8h05 | 15:30 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
G38868+ G15008+ G01140+ G15171 | 7:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 8h59 | 16:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 4 changes | |
G38868+ G15187 · G14980 · Y15618 | 7:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 9h58 | 17:28 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
G01138+ G15171 · Y15598 | On time 8:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 8h26 | 16:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes | |
G01005 · G01140+ G15171 · Y15598 | On time 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 8h04 | 16:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
G38870+ G15010+ W29862+ G14980 | 8:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 8h58 | 17:28 St Ives station (SIV) | 4 changes | |
G01009 · W29862+ G14980 · Y15618 | On time 9:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 8h03 | 17:28 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
G38873+ G15012+ W29868+ Y15628 | 9:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 8h30 | 18:00 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
G01013 · W29868+ Y15628 | On time 10:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 7h35 | 18:00 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Manchester to St Ives run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 16:06. The fastest train covers the 427 km distance in 8h 3m.
Distance 427 km |
Average train duration 7h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 3m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 16:06 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to St Ives trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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