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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Ives to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£154
Average price
£154
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
7 h 26 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
215 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Ives to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Ives to Cardiff will cost around £154 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £154.
Fast trains
To travel from St Ives to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.
07:325h50
St Ives13:22Cardiff
£1541One-way
1 change
10:335h43
St Ives16:16Cardiff
£1541One-way
1 change
16:335h41
St Ives22:14Cardiff
£1541One-way
1 change
22:4812h31
St Ives11:19Cardiff
£1541One-way
1 change
16:335h41
St Ives22:14Cardiff
£1541One-way
1 change
10:335h43
St Ives16:16Cardiff
£1541One-way
1 change
07:325h50
St Ives13:22Cardiff
£1541One-way
1 change
22:4812h31
St Ives11:19Cardiff
£1541One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for St Ives to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Ives to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £140.
Distance: 215 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£140 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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St Ives to Cardiff train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:39
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:32 St Ives | 5h50 | 13:22 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 10:33 St Ives | 5h43 | 16:16 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 16:33 St Ives | 5h41 | 22:14 Cardiff | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Ives to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from St Ives to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £140 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
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 £21
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £140 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 18:03 |
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 £21
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from St Ives to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between St Ives and Cardiff from £21. 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
5h 34m
Cheapest Price
£141
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
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 47m
Cheapest Price
£117
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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 27m
Cheapest Price
£153
first_great_western frequency
4 a day
FAQs: St Ives to Cardiff train
FAQs: Travel by train from St Ives to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St Ives to Cardiff.
The train distance from St Ives to Cardiff is 215 km.
Booking trains from St Ives to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from St Ives to Cardiff covers a distance of 215 km and takes approximately 5h 34m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from St Ives to Cardiff leaves at 5:07.
The cost of a train ticket from St Ives to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £140, while the average price tends to be around £140.
The cheapest way to get from St Ives to Cardiff is by coach, costing approximately £21.
The train station in St Ives that goes to Cardiff is St Ives station (SIV), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Ives to Cardiff.
Yes, you can take the train from St Ives to Cardiff.
To get from St Ives to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from St Ives to Cardiff departs at 18:03.
Trains from St Ives to Cardiff run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Ives to Cardiff.
There is no night train service from St Ives to Cardiff.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Ives and Cardiff
St Ives
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in St Ives is St Ives. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Ives for your trip from St Ives to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your journey to Cardiff from St Ives.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
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