What is the cheapest way to get from Ely to Coniston Water?

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Coniston Water is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ely to Coniston Water?

The fastest way to get from Ely to Coniston Water is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Coniston Water?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Coniston Water. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Windermere via Nuneaton, Crewe and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Ely to Coniston Water?

The distance between Ely and Coniston Water is 277 miles. The road distance is 235.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ely to Coniston Water without a car?

The best way to get from Ely to Coniston Water without a car is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £120 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Ely to Coniston Water?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Ely to Coniston Water, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Coniston Water train from?

Ely to Coniston Water train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.

Where does the Ely to Coniston Water train arrive?

Ely to Coniston Water train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Ely to Coniston Water?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Coniston Water is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Ely to Coniston Water.

Where can I stay near Coniston Water?

There are 3329+ hotels available in Coniston Water.

Ely to Coniston Water - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and Steam train

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There are 4 ways to get from Ely to Coniston Water by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Nuneatontrain
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 5m
£128–227
Drive 234.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Conistoncar 234.4 mi
4h 31m
£58–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ely to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
3. Take the bus from Ramsden Square to The Crownbus X7
8h 55m
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Ely to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Carnforthtrain
11h 46m

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Distance: 275.8 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Ely, England and Coniston Water, England?

You can take a train from Ely to Coniston Water via Nuneaton, Crewe, Oxenholme Lake District, and Windermere in around 7h 5m.

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