Frequently asked questions about St Ives Bay Line

Dogs can usually travel with you onboard this route.

However, it's at the driver's discretion, the driver will consider things like if there is already another pet on the bus when making their decision.

Guide dogs and assistance dogs are of course allowed at all times.

St Ives Bay Line runs all year long.

You can find more information from the timetable, available on our website.

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Typically two trains per hour, running approximately every 30 minutes.

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This service is operated by GWR

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This route does not accept concessionary bus passes.

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You can speak to the operator directly about claiming lost property.

Passengers can take bikes on St Ives Bay Line services, which use smaller local trains. Great Western Railway (GWR) generally allows a maximum of two bicycles per train, on a first-come, first-served basis, and at the discretion of the train manager. Folding bikes with a maximum 20-inch wheel can be carried on any train at any time, provided they are folded before boarding. E-bikes are permitted if they comply with GWR's guidance, but cannot be charged on trains or at stations. For more details, refer to GWR's cycling page: https://www.gwr.com/help-and-support/travelling-with-your-bike.