Birmingham to St Ives train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Birmingham to St Ives by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Birmingham to St Ives take around 5 hours and 29 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 355 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Birmingham is scheduled to depart at around  06:42. The last departure is usually at around 22:12. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 21 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 34 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$152.75.

We think any time is a great time to visit St Ives, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to St Ives.

Is there a direct train from Birmingham to St Ives?

The journey between Birmingham and St Ives usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Birmingham to St Ives every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Birmingham to St Ives?

The Birmingham to St Ives train travel takes about 5 hours and 29 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Birmingham to St Ives train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St Ives leaving Birmingham at around 06:42 and the last train leaving at around 22:12. This is the same at the weekend.