What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to St Ives?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to St Ives is to bus which costs £12 - £30 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to St Ives?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to St Ives is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and St Ives?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at The Terrace via Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Exeter to St Ives?

The distance between Exeter and St Ives is 132 miles. The road distance is 108 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to St Ives without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to St Ives without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 13m and costs £30 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to St Ives?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Exeter to St Ives, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to St Ives bus from?

Exeter to St Ives bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Exeter to St Ives bus arrive?

Exeter to St Ives bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Foundry Square station.

Can I drive from Exeter to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to St Ives is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Exeter to St Ives.

Where can I stay near St Ives?

There are 2707+ hotels available in St Ives.

Exeter to St Ives - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Exeter to St Ives 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Terracebus 14
4h 13m
£31–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Foundry Squarebus 406 / ...
4h 18m
£13–29
Drive 107.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to St Ivescar 107.4 mi
1h 54m
£26–38

Exeter to St Ives by train and bus

155Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 131 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and St Ives, Cornwall, England?

National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Foundry Square every 4 hours. Tickets cost £10–28 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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