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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Oswestry is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Oswestry is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Oswestry?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Oswestry. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Shrewsbury via Nottingham and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Ely to Oswestry?

The distance between Ely and Oswestry is 188 miles. The road distance is 163.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Oswestry without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 56m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Ely to Oswestry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Oswestry train from?

Ely to Oswestry train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Ely station.

Where does the Ely to Oswestry train arrive?

Ely to Oswestry train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Ely to Oswestry?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Oswestry is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Ely to Oswestry.

Where can I stay near Oswestry?

There are 583+ hotels available in Oswestry.

Ely to Oswestry - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ely to Oswestry by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X5
4h 56m
£82–136
Drive 163 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Oswestrycar 163 mi
2h 55m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Ely to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
7h 4m
£86–137

Ely to Oswestry by train and bus

109Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Bus Station via Nottingham, Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Bus Station in around 7h 4m.

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