The cheapest and fastest trains from Torquay to St Ives
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Torquay to St Ives is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Torquay to St Ives will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Torquay for St Ives every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Torquay to St Ives
Trains from Torquay to St Ives run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:32, the last at 15:33. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 07:32 |
Last train 15:33 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Torquay to St Ives trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Torquay and St Ives from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Torquay to St Ives train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torquay to St Ives 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 St Ives, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Torquay and St Ives
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, located adjacent to the station.
- On the Rocks
- The Elephant Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- The Grand Hotel
- The Imperial Torquay
- Hampton by Hilton Torquay
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via lifts and ramps.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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