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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Poole is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £25 - £40 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Poole is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Parkside and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Poole. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Poole via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Ely to Poole?

The distance between Ely and Poole is 187 miles. The road distance is 176 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Poole without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Ely to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Poole bus from?

Ely to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Ely to Poole train from?

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

Train or bus from Ely to Poole?

The best way to get from Ely to Poole is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Ely to Poole bus arrive?

Ely to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Ely to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ely to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Poole is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Ely to Poole.

How do I get a train ticket from Ely to Poole?

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ely to Poole 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 Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 20m
£76–149
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
8h 13m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035 / ...
7h 17m
£30–50
Drive 175 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Poolecar 175 mi
3h 15m
£44–63

Ely to Poole by train, foot, and subway

159Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.3 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Poole via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Seldown Coach Station via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 17m.

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