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Great Western Railway

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Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall) by train

First train

06:28

Last train

19:28

Departure station

Northwich

Arrival station

St Ives (Cornwall)

Journey time

From 8h 25m

Distance

246 miles (397 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Travelling from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall) by train

Looking to travel from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 11 hours 34 minutes to travel from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 8 hours 25 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 246 miles (397 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to St Ives (Cornwall), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to St Ives (Cornwall). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall)

Want to know more about your journey from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Northwich and St Ives (Cornwall) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall) is 8 hours and 25 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall)?

No, there are no direct train services from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall). Travelling from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall) by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

How close is Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall) by train?

Northwich and St Ives (Cornwall) are around 246 miles (397 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 8 hours and 25 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall)?

To travel from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall), we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 11 hours and 34 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 8 hours and 25 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

Cheap train tickets from Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall)

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Northwich to St Ives (Cornwall) is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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