Falmouth to St Ives: Road Trip Guide & Distance

18.6 miles 29.9 km · straight line
24.2 miles estimated 38.9 km · driving distance
29min estimated drive time
£4 - £5 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Falmouth from St Ives?

The distance from Falmouth to St Ives is 18.6 miles (29.9 km) as the crow flies. St Ives is located WNW of Falmouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 24.2 miles, taking about 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Falmouth and St Ives. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Falmouth to St Ives

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29min £4 - £5 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Falmouth
50.15°N, 5.07°W
Europe/London
34m 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 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients