There is a taxi rank in the centre of town located just off Royal Square - between The Western Hotel and The Royal Cinema.

There are usually cars on the rank throughout the day, though you may have to wait during busy times and the peak holiday season.

There are also taxi ranks at St Ives Railway Station and St Erth Railway Station where mainline train services connect with the St Ives branch line. Taxis at both stations tend to be in short supply so it may be best to book a private hire taxi in advance - see DJ Cars below.

Visitors should be aware that you can't "flag down" a taxi here as you might in London or other cities. Taxis are only allowed to pick up passengers at one of the designated ranks or if you book them in advance.

Taxis are available at Newquay Cornwall Airport but you might find it cheaper to book a local company to meet your flight and bring you to St Ives.

Car hire is available from local company St Ives Car Hire. You can book a car for any period from one day upwards. Details are below.

DJs is a family run private hire taxi company. They have a modern fleet of vehicles including 4 and 8 seaters with disabled access.

Their local reputation for reliability and good service is unrivalled. As well as the usual local taxi runs they offer a range of other services.

They can pick you up from any airport in the UK or from your home . You might be surprised to find how the price compares to the cost of rail travel. They can also meet your train or coach at any station in Cornwall or elsewhere.

If you have rented a property from one of the local agencies they can collect your keys before they meet you and take you straight to your holiday home.

They also offer a range of scenic tours around the area and a baggage pickup service for walkers on the coastal or inland footpaths.

Full details of their services are on the website.

St Ives Taxis - DJ Cars

These local companies can help if you need to hire a car or van:

St Ives Motors - St Ives

St Ives Car Hire - St Ives

Vantastic - Carbis Bay

St Ives Car Hire