Plymouth to St Ives train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Plymouth to St Ives take around 1 hour and 58 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 97 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Plymouth is scheduled to depart at around  05:35. The last departure is usually at around 22:42 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Plymouth at around 05:15, with the last train leaving at around 19:51. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 50 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 13 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €6.86.

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 Plymouth to St Ives?

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

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

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Plymouth to St Ives train travel takes about 1 hour and 58 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St Ives leaving Plymouth at around 05:35 and the last train leaving at around 22:42 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Plymouth at around 05:15, with the final departure at 19:51.