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Manchester to St Ives Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to St Ives, starting from €27.32 and averaging €88.86. The entire journey takes no more than 7h 24m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
20:30 15h 29m, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	11:59 +1 Carbis Bay		Find Tickets

Manchester to St Ives Train Route Details

First train

05:11

Last train

20:30

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

St Ives

Journey time

7h 24m

Distance

427 km

Price

€27.32*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to St Ives

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to St Ives. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester to St Ives, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to St Ives ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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.

Manchester 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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