St Ives to Penzance train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Ives to Penzance

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

32 m

Average duration

32 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

11 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Ives to Penzance 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 Penzance will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave St Ives for Penzance every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 32 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.

  • Great Western Railway
    10:060h32
    St Ives
    10:38Penzance
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    9:060h32
    St Ives
    9:38Penzance
    £71One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for St Ives to Penzance

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Ives to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.

Distance: 11 km

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Coach

£7

Average Price

£3

Average Price

Cheapest

51m

Average total duration

Fastest

21m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 20m

Average total duration

50m

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30m

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Live departures

St Ives to Penzance train times

The table below shows live departures for St Ives to Penzance trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayY15464 · Y41566
On time
8:07 St Ives station (SIV)
0h28
8:35 Penzance station (PNZ)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY15471 · Y415689:02 St Ives station (SIV)
0h34
9:36 Penzance station (PNZ)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15478+CrossCountryG66472
On time
10:03 St Ives station (SIV)
0h35
10:38 Penzance station (PNZ)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY15487 · Y4157810:33 St Ives station (SIV)
0h39
11:12 Penzance station (PNZ)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15496 · G14977
On time
11:03 St Ives station (SIV)
0h37
11:40 Penzance station (PNZ)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY15504 · Y4158211:33 St Ives station (SIV)
0h39
12:12 Penzance station (PNZ)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15513 · G1516612:03 St Ives station (SIV)
0h37
12:40 Penzance station (PNZ)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15522 · W34782
On time
12:33 St Ives station (SIV)
0h34
13:07 Penzance station (PNZ)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY15532 · G1516913:03 St Ives station (SIV)
0h37
13:40 Penzance station (PNZ)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15542 · Y4159513:33 St Ives station (SIV)
0h39
14:12 Penzance station (PNZ)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15552 · G1517014:03 St Ives station (SIV)
0h35
14:38 Penzance station (PNZ)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15562 · W34790
On time
14:33 St Ives station (SIV)
0h30
15:03 Penzance station (PNZ)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY15572 · Y4160015:03 St Ives station (SIV)
0h37
15:40 Penzance station (PNZ)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15582 · G1517115:33 St Ives station (SIV)
0h39
16:12 Penzance station (PNZ)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15592 · Y4160416:03 St Ives station (SIV)
0h36
16:39 Penzance station (PNZ)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15602 · G14980
On time
16:33 St Ives station (SIV)
0h27
17:00 Penzance station (PNZ)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Ives to Penzance

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Trains from St Ives to Penzance run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 25m.

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 £3
Distance
11 km
Average train duration
21m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
25m
First train
5:40
Last train
22:48
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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 £3

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from St Ives to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between St Ives and Penzance from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
25m
Cheapest Price
£5
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
23m
Cheapest Price
£12
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: St Ives to Penzance train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from St Ives to Penzance can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The train journey from St Ives to Penzance covers a distance of 11 km and takes approximately 25m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from St Ives to Penzance is 11 km.
The first train from St Ives to Penzance leaves at 5:40.
The last train from St Ives to Penzance departs at 22:48.
Trains from St Ives to Penzance run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Ives to Penzance.
Yes, there is a direct train between St Ives and Penzance. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from St Ives to Penzance, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from St Ives to Penzance.
The train station in St Ives that goes to Penzance is St Ives station (SIV), and it arrives at Penzance station (PNZ).
The cheapest way to get from St Ives to Penzance is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from St Ives to Penzance in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from St Ives to Penzance is considered scenic, offering stunning views of Cornwall's rugged coastline, sandy beaches, and picturesque countryside.
Yes, a day trip from St Ives to Penzance is feasible as the journey takes 25m and the train service runs 8 times per day. The distance is 11 km.
To fully explore Penzance and its attractions like St. Michael's Mount, the Minack Theatre, and the Penlee House Gallery, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from St Ives to Penzance.

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Important Stations and Airports in St Ives and Penzance

St Ives
Penzance
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 Penzance.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for St Ives
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace

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