Manchester, United Kingdom to St Ives: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.8 miles 426.1 km · straight line
350.4 miles actual route 563.9 km · driving distance
6h 34min estimated drive time
£53 - £65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Manchester, United Kingdom from St Ives?

The distance from Manchester, United Kingdom to St Ives is 264.8 miles (426.1 km) as the crow flies. St Ives is located SSW of Manchester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 350.4 miles, taking about 6h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. 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 Manchester, United Kingdom 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 Manchester, United Kingdom to St Ives

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 34min £53 - £65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 53min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 14min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Manchester, United Kingdom & St Ives

Quick Facts

Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM