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Compare train and coach for Swindon to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon 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 train which can get you there in 4h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 300 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to St Ives
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to St Ives run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £23 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 £23
Distance 300 km |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 06:24 |
Last train 17:32 |
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 £23
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swindon to St Ives trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swindon and St Ives from £23. 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 48m
Cheapest Price
£76
CrossCountry frequency
2 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 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 33m
Cheapest Price
£74
Great Western Rail 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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 51m
Cheapest Price
£204
first_great_western frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Swindon to St Ives train
FAQs: Travel by train from Swindon to St Ives 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 Swindon to St Ives.
The train distance from Swindon to St Ives is 300 km.
To get from Swindon to St Ives, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Swindon to St Ives covers a distance of 300 km and takes approximately 5h 21m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Swindon to St Ives leaves at 6:24.
Booking trains from Swindon to St Ives in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Swindon to St Ives departs at 17:32.
Trains from Swindon to St Ives run approximately 5 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon to St Ives can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £30, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The cheapest way to get from Swindon to St Ives is by coach, costing approximately £23.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon to St Ives.
The train station in Swindon that goes to St Ives is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at St Ives station (SIV).
There is no night train service from Swindon to St Ives.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to St Ives.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to St Ives.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and St Ives
Swindon
St Ives
The major train station for departures in Swindon is Swindon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon for your trip from Swindon to St Ives.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swindon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
The major train station for arrivals in St Ives is St Ives. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Ives for your journey to St Ives from Swindon.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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