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Outbound fromLiverpool Lime Street to St Ives (Cornwall) by train
It takes an average of 11h 39m to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, over a distance of around 245 miles (395 km). There are normally 38 trains per day travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to St Ives (Cornwall) and tickets for this journey start from £70.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:18 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool Lime Street | |
| Arrival station | St Ives (Cornwall) | |
| Journey time | From 7h 47m | |
| Distance | 245 miles (395 km) | |
| Frequency | 38 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £70.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to St Ives by train
Planning a sunny weekend out and looking to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to St Ives by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Liverpool Lime Street to St Ives usually takes around 12h 48m but can take just 7h 33m on the fastest CrossCountry services, with around 24 trains running on this popular route per day. You'll need to make at least two changes during your journey, as direct train services are not available on this line.
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FAQs about the train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to St Ives (Cornwall)
Want to know more about your journey from Liverpool Lime Street to St Ives (Cornwall)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to St Ives (Cornwall)
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