Leicester to St Ives: Road Trip Guide & Distance

251 miles 404 km · straight line
298.9 miles actual route 481.1 km · driving distance
5h 40min estimated drive time
£45 - £56 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Leicester from St Ives?

The distance from Leicester to St Ives is 251 miles (404 km) as the crow flies. St Ives is located SW of Leicester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 298.9 miles, taking about 5h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Leicester 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 Leicester to St Ives

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 40min £45 - £56 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 48min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 23min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leicester & St Ives

Quick Facts

Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°W
Europe/London
63m 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 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM