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Compare coach, train and flight for Reading to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, while a flight costs an average of £361.
Distance: 346 km
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£101 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £361 Average Price | £65 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Reading to St Ives
Compare the available ways to get from Reading to St Ives, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Reading to St Ives is a coach with an average price of £61.
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to St Ives:
A coach is £41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reading to St Ives costing on average £101.
A coach is £300 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Reading to St Ives costing on average £361.
The fastest way to travel from Reading to St Ives is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 3m.
Other travel options to St Ives take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 12m.
Coach takes on average 9h 47m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Reading and St Ives including taking a coach, train and flight.
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 £101 compared to roughly £65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£36. The journey takes 4h 42m versus 4h 34m 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.
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How to get to St Ives from Reading by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Reading to St Ives is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
8:25 7h50 Reading 16:15 St Ives £19 1 One-way 0 changes
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8:25 7h50 Reading 16:15 St Ives £19 1 One-way 0 changes
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8:25 7h50 Reading 16:15 St Ives £19 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from St Ives by train
The most popular day trips by train from St Ives are St Erth, Penzance, Hayle, Camborne and Redruth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from St Ives on Omio.
Day trip from St Ives to Penzance by train
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.
Day trip from St Ives to Hayle by train
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.
Day trip from St Ives to Camborne by train
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.
Day trip from St Ives to Redruth by train
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: Reading 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 Reading to St Ives.
There are 3 options to travel between Reading and St Ives including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Reading to St Ives is a coach with an average price of £61.
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to St Ives:
A coach is £41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reading to St Ives costing on average £101.
A coach is £300 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Reading to St Ives costing on average £361.
The fastest way to travel from Reading to St Ives is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 3m.
Other travel options to St Ives take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 12m.
Coach takes on average 9h 47m.
The Reading to St Ives distance is approximately 346 km.
The average frequency per day from Reading to St Ives is:
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 2 coaches per day.
- Around 1 flights per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Reading and St Ives as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Reading to St Ives:
- Trains mostly depart from Reading station (RDG) and arrive in St Ives station (SIV).
- Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Newquay Cornwall Airport.
- Coaches mostly depart from Reading, Blagrave Street and arrive in St Erth, A30.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Reading to St Ives, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to St Ives by coach.
- Travel with Great Western Railway to go to St Ives by train.
- Travel with Loganair, easyJet to go to St Ives by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Reading to St Ives with the following travel companies:
- 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
- 0 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Reading 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 Reading to St Ives, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
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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