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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to St Ives
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€68
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€89
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 33 m
Trains on Sep 18
14
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to St Ives is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to St Ives will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to St Ives without transferring at least once.
G01133+
Y41595 · Y155589:45 AM4h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2:29 PMSt Ives station (SIV)€681One-way2 transfers- G01131+W34782 · Y155388:45 AM4h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:29 PMSt Ives station (SIV)€801One-way2 transfers
- G01140+G15171 · Y1559811:42 AM4h47Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)4:29 PMSt Ives station (SIV)€801One-way2 transfers
- W29862+G14982 · Y1561812:45 PM4h43Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)5:28 PMSt Ives station (SIV)€801One-way2 transfers
- G15189 · G15174 · Y156632:55 PM5h06Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:01 PMSt Ives station (SIV)€801One-way2 transfers
- W29868+Y156281:45 PM4h15Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)6:00 PMSt Ives station (SIV)€801One-way1 transfer
- G01150+W34824 · Y156875:12 PM4h18Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:30 PMSt Ives station (SIV)€801One-way2 transfers
- W29862+G14982 · Y1561812:45 PM4h43Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)5:28 PMSt Ives station (SIV)€801One-way2 transfers
- G01131+W34782 · Y155388:45 AM4h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:29 PMSt Ives station (SIV)€801One-way2 transfers
- G01133+Y41595 · Y155589:45 AM4h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2:29 PMSt Ives station (SIV)€681One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 246 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€40 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to St Ives:
A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to St Ives costing on average €40.
Other travel options to St Ives take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 14m.
Live departures
Bristol to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to St Ives trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G66472+Y15492 | On time 6:40 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h18 | 10:58 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G14977 · Y15509 | On time 7:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h20 | 11:58 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G01130+G15166 · Y15528 | On time 8:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h47 | 12:58 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
| G01131+W34782 · Y15538 | On time 8:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h44 | 1:29 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
| G01133+Y41595 · Y15558 | On time 9:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h44 | 2:29 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
| G01135+Y15578 · W34791 | On time 10:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h45 | 3:30 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
| G01140+Y15598 · G15171 | On time 11:42 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h47 | 4:29 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
| W29862+G14982 · Y15618 | On time 12:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h43 | 5:28 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| G15179 · G15161 · Y15483 | 5:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h07 | 10:29 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to St Ives
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Trains from Bristol to St Ives run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to St Ives trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and St Ives from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to St Ives
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to St Ives
Most Bristol to St Ives trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to St Ives station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and St Ives train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which St Ives station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to St Ives from St Ives city centre
St Ives train station facilities and services
St Ives has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Ives.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Ives.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Ives.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Ives: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at St Ives: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Ives: 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.
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