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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to St Ives
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
4 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading 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 Reading to St Ives will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading 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 346 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 57 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.
11:314h57Reading16:28St Ives£781One-way0 changes
- 11:314h57Reading16:28St Ives£781One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Reading to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 346 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£80 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to St Ives trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:31 Reading | 4h57 | 16:28 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to St Ives
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to St Ives run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 346 km distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 346 km |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 0:49 |
Last train 21:37 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Reading to St Ives trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Reading and St Ives from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading and St Ives
Most Reading to St Ives trains use the Reading to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to St Ives leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which St Ives station do trains from Reading 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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