The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond to St Ives
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
7 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond 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 Richmond to St Ives will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 5 trains that leave Richmond for St Ives every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 390 km distance in an average of 7 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 23 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Richmond to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £197.
Distance: 390 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£107 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £197 Average Price |
6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Richmond to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond to St Ives trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:06 Richmond | 7h23 | 13:29 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:09 Richmond | 7h20 | 13:29 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:26 Richmond | 7h02 | 14:28 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:35 Richmond | 6h53 | 14:28 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:59 Richmond | 6h29 | 14:28 St Ives | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond to St Ives
Trains from Richmond to St Ives run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 390 km distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 390 km |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 06:36 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Richmond to St Ives trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Richmond and St Ives from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Richmond to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond 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 Richmond and St Ives
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:45 Saturday 06:15 - 21:45 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the platform level Concourse area. The National key toilets are located at the platform level Concourse area; 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: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle stands located in car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Opposite station on Kew Road (A307) bus stop Z
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 10:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Waiting rooms location: No waiting room but seating is available.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Richmond: Lower Mortlake Road (A316) Bus Stop SM To Barnes: Manor Road (B353) Bus Stop SC
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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