Cardiff to St Ives: Road Trip Guide & Distance

133.3 miles 214.6 km · straight line
218.6 miles actual route 351.8 km · driving distance
4h 9min estimated drive time
£33 - £41 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from St Ives?

The distance from Cardiff to St Ives is 133.3 miles (214.6 km) as the crow flies. St Ives is located SW of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 218.6 miles, taking about 4h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cardiff and St Ives. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cardiff to St Ives

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 9min £33 - £41 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 59min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~3h 57min $26–$77* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & St Ives

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
St Ives
50.21°N, 5.48°W
Europe/London
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 186.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM