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Birmingham to St Ives Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to St Ives, starting from BHD 14.170 and averaging BHD 44.770. The entire journey takes no more than 5h 38m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Wed, Jul 9
  • Thu, Jul 10
    From BHD 37.590
  • Fri, Jul 11
    From BHD 14.170
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From BHD 43.040
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From BHD 43.040
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From BHD 43.040
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From BHD 43.040
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:42
Birmingham New Street
12:55
Carbis Bay
6h 13m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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07:12
Birmingham New Street
13:26
Carbis Bay
6h 14m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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08:12
Birmingham New Street
14:20
Lelant
6h 8m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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09:12
Birmingham New Street
15:20
Lelant
6h 8m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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10:12
Birmingham New Street
16:26
Carbis Bay
6h 14m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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11:12
Birmingham New Street
17:25
Paris
6h 13m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Birmingham to St Ives Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:42
Last train
Last train
22:12
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
St Ives
Journey time
Journey time
5h 38m
Distance
Distance
355 km
Price
Price
BHD 14.170*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to St Ives

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to St Ives can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Birmingham to St Ives, 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%

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 Birmingham to St Ives ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to St Ives 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:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.