What is the cheapest way to get from Ely to Cumbria?

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Cumbria is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ely to Cumbria?

The fastest way to get from Ely to Cumbria is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Ely to Cumbria?

The distance between Ely and Cumbria is 359 miles. The road distance is 242.5 miles.

How do I travel from Ely to Cumbria without a car?

The best way to get from Ely to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £130 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Ely to Cumbria?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Ely to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Cumbria bus from?

Ely to Cumbria bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, depart from Drummer St Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ely to Cumbria train from?

Ely to Cumbria train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.

Train or bus from Ely to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Ely to Cumbria is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £130 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 12h 47m.

Where does the Ely to Cumbria bus arrive?

Ely to Cumbria bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Ely to Cumbria train arrive?

Ely to Cumbria train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Ely to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Cumbria is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Ely to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 860+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Ely to Cumbria - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ely and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Drummer St Bus Station, Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 47m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ely to Cumbria by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 49m
£130–243
Drive 241 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Cumbriacar 241 mi
4h 12m
£60–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
12h 47m
£63–142
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Ely to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 44m
£121–188
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ely to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bowness Pierbus 755
5. Take the bus from Bowness Pier to Leeming House Hotelbus 508
9h 33m
£79–132

Ely to Cumbria by train, foot, and bus

42Weekly Services

6h 49mAverage Duration

£130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 357.2 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Ely, England and Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Ely to Pooley Bridge Inn via King's Cross, London Euston, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Longthwaite road end via Drummer St Bus Station, Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 12h 47m.

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