Lostwithiel to St Ives

• Route

  Follow the A30 west towards Penzance and turn off for St Ives.
• Parking

  St Ives is extremely difficult to park in; use the St Erth park and ride.
• Traffic

  The A30 can be very busy in summer; plan your journey accordingly.
• Navigation

  Use a GPS as the roads into St Ives are narrow.
• Fuel

  Fill up before you reach the St Ives area.

• Road Safety

  Be careful on the narrow roads leading into St Ives.
• Weather

  Coastal weather can change quickly; be prepared.
• Emergency

  Keep your phone charged for navigation.
• Visibility

  Use your lights in the evening.

• Is there a train?
  Yes, you can take a train from St Erth to St Ives.
• How long does it take?
  About 1 hour 15 minutes by car.
• Are there buses?
  Yes, but they are not direct.
• Is it a scenic drive?
  Yes, especially the final stretch into St Ives.
• Can I cycle?
  Yes, but the roads are very busy.

• From Lostwithiel, Cornwall, United Kingdom
• To St Ives, Cornwall, United Kingdom
• Modes

Spring and summer for the best coastal weather.