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The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to St Ives
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£135
Average price
£136
Fastest journey
8 h 7 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
318 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to St Ives will cost around £136 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £135.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Portsmouth for St Ives every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 318 km distance in an average of 8 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 26 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.
09:148h26
Portsmouth17:40St Ives
£1351One-way
0 changes
08:228h07
Portsmouth16:29St Ives
£1371One-way
0 changes
08:228h07
Portsmouth16:29St Ives
£1371One-way
0 changes
09:148h26
Portsmouth17:40St Ives
£1351One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £134.
Distance: 318 km
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£135 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 3m Average total duration 12h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to St Ives trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 07:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:27 Portsmouth | 7h06 | 15:33 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to St Ives
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Trains from Portsmouth to St Ives run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £134 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 14:27. The fastest train covers the 318 km distance in 7h 3m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £34
Distance 318 km |
Average train duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £134 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 3m |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 14:27 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £34
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Portsmouth to St Ives trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Portsmouth and St Ives from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 1m
Cheapest Price
£134
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 16m
Cheapest Price
£242
first_great_western frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Portsmouth to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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.
To fully enjoy St Ives, a visit of 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to explore its beaches, art galleries, and local cuisine.
Yes, the train journey from Portsmouth to St Ives is considered scenic as it offers views of the picturesque English countryside, coastal landscapes, and charming towns along the way, particularly as you approach the Cornish coastline.
In St Ives, you can take a scenic walk along the South West Coast Path for breathtaking coastal views and wildlife spotting. Enjoy a boat trip to Seal Island to see seals in their natural habitat. Visit the St Ives Museum for insights into local history and culture, or participate in an art workshop to create your own masterpiece. Explore vibrant markets for unique crafts and local produce. Don't miss Tate St Ives for modern art, the Barbara Hepworth Museum for stunning sculptures, the picturesque St Ives Harbour, Porthmeor Beach for surfing and sunbathing, and The Leach Pottery for traditional pottery techniques.
A day trip from Portsmouth to St Ives is not feasible due to the journey's duration of 7h 3m. However, there are 4 train services available per day. The distance is 318 km.
The train distance from Portsmouth to St Ives is 318 km.
To get from Portsmouth to St Ives, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Portsmouth to St Ives in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Portsmouth to St Ives covers a distance of 318 km and takes approximately 7h 3m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Portsmouth to St Ives can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £134, while the average price tends to be around £135.
The first train from Portsmouth to St Ives leaves at 6:05.
The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to St Ives is by coach, costing approximately £34.
The last train from Portsmouth to St Ives departs at 14:27.
The train station in Portsmouth that goes to St Ives is Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), and it arrives at St Ives station (SIV).
Trains from Portsmouth to St Ives run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Portsmouth to St Ives.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Portsmouth to St Ives.
Yes, you can take the train from Portsmouth to St Ives.
There is no night train service from Portsmouth to St Ives.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and St Ives
Portsmouth
St Ives
The major train station for departures in Portsmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth & Southsea for your trip from Portsmouth to St Ives.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth & Southsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth Harbour
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:40 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Fratton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Goldsmith Avenue (for buses in both directions). Goldsmith Avenue is located on the opposite side of the footbridge from the main entrance/taxi rank/Railway club.
The major train station for arrivals in St Ives is St Ives. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Ives for your journey to St Ives from Portsmouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Parking
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for St Ives
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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