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Trip Summary
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Penzance to St Ives. Traveling by train from Penzance to St Ives usually takes 35 minutes, but the fastest Great Western Railway train can make the trip in 20 minutes.
Distance | 7 mi (11 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 20m |
Lowest price | $5.67 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Great Western Railway |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Penzance to St Ives?
Great Western Railway is the one and only train line which connects Penzance to St Ives. However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Great Western Railway | 8 | 0h 36m | $5.67 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Penzance to St Ives are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Penzance at 8:00am 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 8 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Penzance to St Ives. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from St Ives to Penzance.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Penzance?
Main departure station: Penzance Train Station
There is one train station in Penzance.
All train stations in Penzance:
Penzance Train Station
Where is the train station in St Ives?
Main arrival station: St Ives Train Station
St Ives has one train station.
All train stations in St Ives:
St Ives Train Station
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