How to get to St Ives from Bodmin

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Compare coach and train for Bodmin to St Ives

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bodmin to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 62 km

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£18

Average Price

£10

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Cheapest

£13

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1h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 16m

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30m

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2h 14m

Average total duration

1h 44m

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30m

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58m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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National Express

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Compare ways to travel from Bodmin to St Ives

Compare the available ways to get from Bodmin to St Ives, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bodmin to St Ives is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Bodmin to St Ives:

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bodmin to St Ives costing on average £18.

The fastest way to travel from Bodmin to St Ives is by train with an average journey time of 1h 46m.

Other travel options to St Ives take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bodmin and St Ives including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£5. The journey takes 1h 16m versus 58m 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.

Best day trips from St Ives by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from St Ives are Penzance, St Erth, Hayle, Camborne and Redruth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from St Ives on Omio.

A view of Penzance

Day trip from St Ives to Penzance by bus

Why visit Penzance for the day?

Penzance is a Cornish harbour town known for its promenade, mild climate and views across Mount's Bay. Its fishing heritage, art spaces and Georgian streets give it a relaxed coastal character.

A view of Hayle

Day trip from St Ives to Hayle by bus

Why visit Hayle for the day?

Hayle is a Cornish town known for its industrial heritage, estuary wildlife and the wide sands of Hayle Towans. It has a practical, lived-in character and offers easy access to beaches, dunes and the coast of west Cornwall.

A view of Camborne

Day trip from St Ives to Camborne by bus

Why visit Camborne for the day?

Camborne is a Cornish town best known for its tin-mining heritage and its connection to steam pioneer Richard Trevithick. It has a straightforward town-centre feel and easy access to the coast and west Cornwall’s industrial landscape.

A view of Redruth

Day trip from St Ives to Redruth by bus

Why visit Redruth for the day?

Redruth is a Cornish town best known for its deep links to tin and copper mining. It blends industrial heritage with a lived-in town centre and a strong West Cornwall identity.

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FAQs: Bodmin to St Ives

Travel 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 Bodmin to St Ives.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bodmin and St Ives including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bodmin to St Ives is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Bodmin to St Ives:

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bodmin to St Ives costing on average £18.

The fastest way to travel from Bodmin to St Ives is by train with an average journey time of 1h 46m.

Other travel options to St Ives take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 14m.

The Bodmin to St Ives distance is approximately 62 km.
The average frequency per day from Bodmin to St Ives is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bodmin and St Ives as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bodmin to St Ives:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) and arrive in St Ives station (SIV).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak) and arrive in St Erth, A30.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bodmin to St Ives, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to St Ives by coach.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry to go to St Ives by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bodmin to St Ives:
  • 6 direct coaches per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Bodmin to St Ives often also extend their vacation to go to London, Penzance, Newquay, Bristol, Hayle. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between St Ives and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bodmin to St Ives, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
In St Ives, you can take a scenic walk along the South West Coast Path for breathtaking coastal views and wildlife spotting. Enjoy a boat trip to Seal Island to see seals in their natural habitat. Visit the St Ives Museum for insights into local history and culture, or participate in an art workshop to create your own masterpiece. Explore vibrant markets for unique crafts and local produce. Don't miss Tate St Ives for modern art, the Barbara Hepworth Museum for stunning sculptures, the picturesque St Ives Harbour, Porthmeor Beach for surfing and sunbathing, and The Leach Pottery for traditional pottery techniques.
To fully enjoy St Ives, a visit of 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to explore its beaches, art galleries, and local cuisine.

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