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 Nuneaton and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Ely to Cumbria?

The distance between Ely and Cumbria is 292 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 via Hinckley which takes 7h 32m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Ely to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Cumbria train from?

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

Where does the Ely to Cumbria train arrive?

Ely to Cumbria train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton 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 863+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Ely to Cumbria - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train via Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Nuneatontrain
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 32m
£98–189
Drive 241 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Cumbriacar 241 mi
4h 12m
£60–87
Train
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 49m
£108–159
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 Kirkby Stephentrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Rail Stationbus 563
8h 56m
£78–129

Ely to Cumbria by train and bus

58Weekly Services

7h 32mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.5 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Pooley Bridge Inn via Nuneaton, Crewe, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 7h 32m.

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