What is the cheapest way to get from Ely to Birmingham NEC?

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Birmingham NEC is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ely to Birmingham NEC?

The fastest way to get from Ely to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal via Parkside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Birmingham International via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Ely to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Ely and Birmingham NEC is 131 miles. The road distance is 95 miles.

How do I travel from Ely to Birmingham NEC without a car?

The best way to get from Ely to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £65 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Ely to Birmingham NEC?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Ely to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Birmingham NEC bus from?

Ely to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by A2B Bus & Coach (Royston), depart from Market Street station.

Where do I catch the Ely to Birmingham NEC train from?

Ely to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.

Train or bus from Ely to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Ely to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £65 - £100. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Ely to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

Ely to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by A2B Bus & Coach (Royston), arrive at Drummer St Bus Station.

Where does the Ely to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

Ely to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Ely to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Birmingham NEC is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Ely to Birmingham NEC.

How do I get a train ticket from Ely to Birmingham NEC?

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Ely to Birmingham NEC - 4 ways to travel via train, line 9 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ely to Birmingham NEC by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 44m
£69–100
Drive 94.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Birmingham NECcar 94.5 mi
1h 48m
£23–34
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Drummer St Bus Stationbus 9
2. Take the bus from Parkside to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 777
5h 2m
Line 9 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Drummer St Bus Stationbus 9
2. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 905
3. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham Internationaltrain
5h 3m

Ely to Birmingham NEC by train and foot

109Weekly Services

2h 44mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.1 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Ely, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Ely to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Birmingham NEC via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, and Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal in around 5h 2m.

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