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Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall), starting from £47.00 and averaging £49.50. The entire journey takes no more than 5h 30m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:07 Cardiff Central	11:29 St Ives (Cornwall)	6h 22m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:28 Cardiff Central	11:58 St Ives (Cornwall)	5h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:51 Cardiff Central	12:58 St Ives (Cornwall)	6h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:57 Cardiff Central	12:58 St Ives (Cornwall)	6h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:27 Cardiff Central	13:29 St Ives (Cornwall)	6h 2m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:00 Cardiff Central	13:58 Paris	5h 58m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) train route details

First train

05:07

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

St Ives (Cornwall)

Journey time

5h 30m

Distance

134 miles

Price

£47.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall)

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall), you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) from £47.00*

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Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) train prices and times

Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) train route details