- Must visit
Tate St Ives
Seafront gallery showing modern and contemporary art, with changing exhibitions and dramatic views over Porthmeor Beach.
Cheapest price
£176
Average price
£176
Fastest journey
9 h 6 m
Average duration
9 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
591 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to St Ives will cost around £176 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £176.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newcastle for St Ives every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 591 km distance in an average of 9 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 6 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £176.
Distance: 591 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£176 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 36m Average total duration Fastest 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 15m Average total duration 17h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to St Ives trains for today, Tuesday 11 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G14980 · Y15618+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ G08175 | Delayed 11:03 8:24Newcastle station (NCL) | 9h04 | 17:28 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
W34809 · G15173 · Y15646+ G08180 | Delayed 12:03 9:24Newcastle station (NCL) | 9h37 | 19:01 St Ives station (SIV) | 4 changes | |
W29873+ W34814 · Y15654 | On time 9:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 9h50 | 19:30 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes | |
W34814 · Y15654+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ G08186 | Delayed 13:03 10:24Newcastle station (NCL) | 9h06 | 19:30 St Ives station (SIV) | 3 changes | |
G01148+ W34819 · Y15671 | On time 10:39 Newcastle station (NCL) | 9h51 | 20:30 St Ives station (SIV) | 2 changes |
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Trains from Newcastle to St Ives run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £176 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:39, the last at 14:33. The fastest train covers the 591 km distance in 9h 6m.
Distance 591 km |
Average train duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £176 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 6m |
First train 7:39 |
Last train 14:33 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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 Newcastle 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 Newcastle to St Ives trains use the Newcastle to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
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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