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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) is to bus which costs £20 - £55 and takes 10h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs £55 - £85.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Harbour Hotel via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

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

The distance between Reading and St Ives (Cornwall) is 267 miles. The road distance is 242.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £130 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

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

Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

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

The best way to get from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £130 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Truro, which costs and takes 10h 1m.

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

Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

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

St Ives (Cornwall) is 1h ahead of Reading. It is currently 7:38 AM in Reading and 8:38 AM in St Ives (Cornwall).

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

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall).

Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

There are 3636+ hotels available in St Ives (Cornwall).

Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, bus, 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 Reading to St ErthLondon Paddington - Penzance / ...
7h 29m
£130–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Albert Pier RoadUk049 / ...
10h 8m
£21–54
Bus via Truro
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bus Station504
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Harbour HotelT2
10h 1m
Drive 241.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to St Ives (Cornwall)241.2 mi
4h 31m
£59–85
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)LHR - NQY
8h 55m
£168–462

Reading to St Ives (Cornwall) by train and bus

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7h 29mAverage Duration

£130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.1 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to St Erth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £130–250 and the journey takes 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Harbour Hotel via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Bus Station in around 10h 1m.

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