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Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £33.00, with average prices for this route around £35.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:06 Reading	10:58 St Ives (Cornwall)	10h 52m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:27 Reading	11:58 St Ives (Cornwall)	5h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:28 Reading West	15:30 St Ives (Cornwall)	7h 2m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:29 Reading	13:29 St Ives (Cornwall)	5h 0m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:29 Reading	14:29 St Ives (Cornwall)	5h 0m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:29 Reading	15:30 Paris	5h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) train route details

First train

00:06

Last train

22:55

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

St Ives (Cornwall)

Journey time

5h 0m

Distance

215 miles

Price

£33.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

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

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall). These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall), you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train 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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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Trains from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) from £33.00

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Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) train prices and times

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