What is the cheapest way to get from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall)?

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) is to bus via Truro which costs £15 - £24 and takes 7h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall)?

The fastest way to get from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and St Ives (Cornwall)?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Harbour Hotel via Bampfylde Street and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall)?

The distance between Axminster and St Ives (Cornwall) is 157 miles. The road distance is 133.3 miles.

How do I travel from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car?

The best way to get from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall)?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) bus from?

Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Trinity Square station.

Train or bus from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall)?

The best way to get from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) bus arrive?

Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall)?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall).

Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

There are 4120+ hotels available in St Ives (Cornwall).

Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
4h 52m
£69–139
Bus via Truro
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Exeter to Trurobus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Harbour Hotelbus 14
7h 48m
£15–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Foundry Squarebus 406 / ...
6h 51m
£28–62
Drive 132.6 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall)car 132.6 mi
2h 27m
£33–47

Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall) by train and bus

128Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Axminster to St Ives (Cornwall).

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Distance: 155.7 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and St Ives (Cornwall), England?

You can take a train from Axminster to Harbour Hotel via Exeter St Davids, St Erth, and Interchange in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Harbour Hotel via Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Foundry Square in around 6h 51m.

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