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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which costs £130 - £200 and takes 9h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) is to fly and train which takes 7h 53m and costs £95 - £420.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and St Ives (Cornwall)?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) via St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

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

The distance between Edinburgh and St Ives (Cornwall) is 637 miles. The road distance is 544.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 11h 5m and costs £250 - £850.

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

It takes approximately 11h 5m to get from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) train from?

Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and St Ives (Cornwall)?

St Ives (Cornwall) is 1h ahead of Edinburgh. It is currently 4:49 AM in Edinburgh and 5:49 AM in St Ives (Cornwall).

Where does the Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) train arrive?

Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at St Erth station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) is 544 miles. It takes approximately 9h 27m to drive from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall).

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall)?

Book your Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

There are 3760+ hotels available in St Ives (Cornwall).

Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) - 9 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, car, or plane

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 Edinburgh Waverley to St Erthtrain Edinburgh - Penzance
11h 5m
£257–813
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane EDI - NQY
2. Take the train from Newquay to Partrain
3. Take the train from Par to St Erthtrain
7h 53m
£96–414
Drive 541.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall)car 541.3 mi
9h 27m
£132–191
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to St Erthtrain
13h 33m
£239–529
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain
8h 6m
£142–414
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to St Erthtrain
8h 39m
£136–364
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane GLA - NQY
3. Take the train from Par to St Erthtrain
8h 44m
£105–437
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
4. Take the train from Plymouth to St Erthtrain
9h 25m
£141–381
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to St Erthtrain
10h 17m
£174–514

Edinburgh to St Ives (Cornwall) by train

7Weekly Trains

11h 5mAverage Duration

£257Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

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

Launch map view

Distance: 633.2 mi
Duration: 11h 5m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to St Erth once daily. Tickets cost £250–850 and the journey takes 10h 28m.

Airlines

Train operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.