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St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall) by train

It takes an average of 10h 17m to travel from St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, over a distance of around 248 miles (399 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall) and tickets for this journey start from £169.50 when you book in advance.

First train

06:27

Last train

22:29

Departure station

St Albans City

Arrival station

St Ives (Cornwall)

Journey time

From 6h 20m

Distance

248 miles (399 km)

Frequency

16 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Price

From £169.50

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

Travelling from St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall) by train

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

On average, it takes around 10 hours 17 minutes to travel from St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 20 minutes though. You'll usually find 16 trains per day running along the 248 miles (399 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 Great Western Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry 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 St Albans City 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, as advance tickets start from £169.50.

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 St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall)

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

How do you get to St Ives (Cornwall) from St Albans City?

To travel to St Ives (Cornwall) from St Albans City, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 10 hours and 17 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 6 hours and 20 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall)?

Trains from St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall) take an average of 10 hours and 17 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours and 20 minutes. You'll usually find 16 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

How much does it cost to get from St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall) by train?

Train tickets from St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall) can start from £169.50 when booked in advance, but they’re usually more expensive if bought on the day of travel. Prices may also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you choose.

What is the quickest journey time between St Albans City and St Ives (Cornwall) by train?

The quickest journey time between St Albans City and St Ives (Cornwall) by train is 6 hours and 20 minutes.

Cheap train tickets from St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall)

Train tickets from St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall) start at £169.50 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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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 St Albans City to St Ives (Cornwall) is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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

Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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