St Ives to Birmingham train with CrossCountry

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  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    11:035h52
    St Ives
    16:55Birmingham
    £3041One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    18:045h50
    St Ives
    23:54Birmingham
    £3041One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for St Ives to Birmingham

The cheapest option from St Ives to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £42. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from St Ives to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

Distance: 355 km

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Coach

£304

Average Price

£42

Average Price

Cheapest option

5h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest option

5h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 7m

Average total duration

9h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

CrossCountry

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Live departures

St Ives to Birmingham train times

The table below shows live departures for St Ives to Birmingham trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayY15513 · W34583+CrossCountryG01083
On time
12:03 St Ives station (SIV)
5h52
17:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayY15532 · C48442+CrossCountryG00723
On time
13:03 St Ives station (SIV)
5h51
18:54 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayY15552 · W34593+CrossCountryG00730
On time
14:03 St Ives station (SIV)
5h51
19:54 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayY15572 · G15460+CrossCountryG00735
On time
15:03 St Ives station (SIV)
5h52
20:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayY15592 · W34598+CrossCountryG00928
On time
16:03 St Ives station (SIV)
5h57
22:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayY15622+CrossCountryG66829
On time
17:32 St Ives station (SIV)
6h22
23:54 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change

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CrossCountry as well as Great Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from St Ives to Birmingham.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Ives to Birmingham

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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from St Ives to Birmingham, including direct trains, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £304 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 18:03. The fastest train covers the 355 km distance in 5h 50m.

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 £42
Distance
355 km
Average train duration
5h 25m
Lowest ticket price
£304
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
5h 50m
First train
5:00
Last train
18:03
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
28 days
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 £42

Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from St Ives to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between St Ives and Birmingham from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 45m
Cheapest Price
£93
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

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
6h 16m
Cheapest Price
£94
Great Western Railway 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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 50m
Cheapest Price
£304
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: St Ives to Birmingham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Ives to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from St Ives to Birmingham is 355 km.
The first train from St Ives to Birmingham leaves at 5:00.
The last train from St Ives to Birmingham departs at 18:03.
Trains from St Ives to Birmingham run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Ives to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Ives to Birmingham.
To get from St Ives to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from St Ives to Birmingham.
The train station in St Ives that goes to Birmingham is St Ives station (SIV), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Booking trains from St Ives to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from St Ives to Birmingham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in St Ives and Birmingham

Most St Ives to Birmingham trains use the St Ives to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare St Ives and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in St Ives
Arrival train stations in Birmingham

Which St Ives station do trains to Birmingham leave from?

Trains from St Ives to Birmingham leave from St Ives. The station is 1 km from St Ives city centre at St Ives station, Station Road, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2BP.
St IvesSt Ives station, Station Road, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2BPWifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to St Ives from St Ives city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesMalakoff bus stop, the Terrace

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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