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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to St Ives
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance 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 Penzance to St Ives will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 12 trains that leave Penzance 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 11 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 39 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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Y1550911:150h43Penzance station (PNZ)11:58St Ives station (SIV)£71One-way1 change- C48440 · Y1551811:500h39Penzance station (PNZ)12:29St Ives station (SIV)£71One-way1 change
- G15207 · Y1553812:500h39Penzance station (PNZ)13:29St Ives station (SIV)£71One-way1 change
- W34583 · Y1552812:150h43Penzance station (PNZ)12:58St Ives station (SIV)£71One-way1 change
- C48438 · Y154839:500h39Penzance station (PNZ)10:29St Ives station (SIV)£71One-way1 change
- Y154546:580h20Penzance station (PNZ)7:18St Ives station (SIV)£101One-way0 changes
- W34566 · Y154688:150h34Penzance station (PNZ)8:49St Ives station (SIV)£101One-way1 change
- W34572 · Y154749:100h38Penzance station (PNZ)9:48St Ives station (SIV)£71One-way1 change
- W34577 · Y1549210:200h38Penzance station (PNZ)10:58St Ives station (SIV)£71One-way1 change
- C48440 · Y1551811:500h39Penzance station (PNZ)12:29St Ives station (SIV)£71One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Penzance to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 11 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Penzance to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to St Ives trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15201 · Y15454 | 5:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1h38 | 7:18 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
| Y15454 | 6:58 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h20 | 7:18 St Ives station (SIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34562 · Y15461 | 7:10 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h53 | 8:03 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
| W34566 · Y15468 | 8:15 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h34 | 8:49 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
| W34572 · Y15474 | 9:10 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h38 | 9:48 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
| C48438 · Y15483 | 9:50 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h39 | 10:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
| W34577 · Y15492 | 10:20 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h38 | 10:58 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
| G15205 · Y15500 | 10:50 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h39 | 11:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
| Y15509+G01082 | 11:15 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h43 | 11:58 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
| C48440 · Y15518 | 11:50 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h39 | 12:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
| W34583 · Y15528 | 12:15 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h43 | 12:58 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
| G15207 · Y15538 | 12:50 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0h39 | 13:29 St Ives station (SIV) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to St Ives
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Trains from Penzance to St Ives run on average 7 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 23m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 22:48 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Penzance to St Ives trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Penzance and St Ives from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Penzance to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and St Ives
Most Penzance to St Ives trains use the Penzance to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Penzance and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Penzance station do trains to St Ives leave from?
Getting to Penzance from Penzance city centre
Penzance train station facilities and services
Penzance has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penzance.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Penzance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penzance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penzance: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Penzance: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penzance: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea.
Which St Ives station do trains from Penzance arrive at?
Getting to St Ives from St Ives city centre
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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