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Bourne Hall Museum
The main local museum explores Epsom and Ewell’s social history, archaeology, and spa heritage beside the library and Bourne Hall park.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£266
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£269
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 45 m
Trains on 18 Sept
12
Distance
387 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Ives to Epsom 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 Epsom will cost around £269 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £266.
To travel from St Ives to Epsom you need to make at least 3 changes.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Ives to Epsom among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a train costs an average of £269.
Distance: 387 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£269 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 37m Average total duration Fastest 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 12m Average total duration 10h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Ives to Epsom:
A coach is £218 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Ives to Epsom costing on average £269.
Other travel options to Epsom take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 42m.
Tickets start at around £269 compared to roughly £74 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-195.21. The journey takes 6h 7m versus 5h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for St Ives to Epsom trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:07 St Ives | 7h16 | 15:23 Epsom | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from St Ives to Epsom run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £266 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 14:03. The fastest train covers the 387 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 387 km |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £266 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 14:03 |
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Discover the best of Epsom — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Epsom trip today.
The main local museum explores Epsom and Ewell’s social history, archaeology, and spa heritage beside the library and Bourne Hall park.
A compact military museum presenting the history of the Royal Automobile Club’s wartime links and local service stories at Headley Court.
An art space in nearby Leatherhead showing changing exhibitions by Surrey artists, making an easy cultural stop from Epsom.
The famous chalk downs are ideal for walking, racecourse views, and open panoramas. It is Epsom’s classic outdoor destination.
A central public park with lake, fountains, gardens, and family-friendly paths beside the museum, library, and community venue.
A broad area of woodland, heath, and viewpoints north of town, popular for walks, horse riding, and quieter countryside scenery.
A shortcrust pastry pie with seasoned minced beef filling. A British comfort staple commonly found in Surrey pubs and bakeries.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A classic local pub dish widely eaten across Surrey and the wider South East.
Beer-battered white fish with chips, usually with mushy peas or tartare sauce. A much-loved British takeaway and pub favourite in Epsom.
Well-known local Italian restaurant for pasta, pizza and classic mains in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Stylish restaurant in Epsom Downs area serving refined Indian dishes with attentive service and an upmarket feel.
Historic town-centre pub serving British classics, cask ales and Sunday roasts in a traditional, welcoming setting.
Moderate for south-east England. Dining and hotels cost more than in many UK towns, but local buses and rail deals can help keep visitor costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Ives to Epsom 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 Epsom, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most St Ives to Epsom trains use the St Ives to Epsom station pair. Use this guide to compare St Ives and Epsom train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at St Ives.
Wi-Fi is available at St Ives.
Ticket office support is available at St Ives.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Ives: Parking, Taxis.
Available at St Ives: Bike Parking.
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.
Epsom has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Epsom.
Wi-Fi is available at Epsom. ATMs are available at Epsom.
Ticket office support is available at Epsom.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Epsom: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Epsom: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Epsom: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is on the station concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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