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Trip Summary
You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Newquay and St Ives. The average train journey from Newquay to St Ives takes 4 hours and 15 minutes, but some Great Western Railway train trips are as short as 2 hours and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 23 mi (38 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 28m |
| Lowest price | $19.09 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Newquay to St Ives?
2 train services operate from Newquay to St Ives. Great Western Railway usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway | 6 | 4h 31m | $19.09 |
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 1 | 2h 44m | $19.09 |
Great Western Railway is a train company in the United Kingdom responsible for rail services in the west of England and south Wales, including many intercity services to and from London. Whether you book a seat on a standard or first-class carriage, you can expect plenty of legroom, complimentary WiFi, power outlets/USB charging points, and onboard restrooms. There are also café cars or snacks trolleys onboard.
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Newquay to St Ives start from $19, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to St Ives. Great Western Railway + Connections in Newquay leaves from Central Train Station . And in St Ives trains arrive at St Ives (Cornwall) .
From Newquay to St Ives train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 2 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to St Ives faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 28 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to St Ives on a weekend there is typically one Great Western Railway + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Newquay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Newquay to St Ives are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Newquay at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 7 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from St Ives to Newquay.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Newquay?
Main departure station: Central Train Station
There is one train station in Newquay.
All train stations in Newquay:
Central Train Station
Where is the train station in St Ives?
Main arrival station: St Ives Train Station
St Ives has one train station.
Train stations in St Ives:
St Ives Train Station
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