Travelling from Exeter to St Ives by train

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

The fastest trains from Exeter to St Ives take around 3 hours and 2 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 149 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Exeter is scheduled to depart at around  01:07. The last departure is usually at around 21:59 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Exeter at around 01:07, with the last train leaving at around 23:08. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 55 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$17.00.

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 Exeter to St Ives?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Exeter 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 Exeter to St Ives?

The Exeter to St Ives train travel takes about 3 hours and 2 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St Ives leaving Exeter at around 01:07 and the last train leaving at around 21:59 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Exeter at around 01:07, with the final departure at 23:08.