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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Swanage is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Mowlem Court via Parkside, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Wareham via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Ely to Swanage?

The distance between Ely and Swanage is 206 miles. The road distance is 192.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £80 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Ely to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Swanage bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ely to Swanage train from?

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

Train or bus from Ely to Swanage?

The best way to get from Ely to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Ely to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ely to Swanage train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ely to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Swanage is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Ely to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2102+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ely to Swanage 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 Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 18m
£80–190
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ely to Stansted Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus A8 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
9h 20m
£39–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
8h 26m
£43–94
Drive 191.5 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Swanagecar 191.5 mi
3h 35m
£48–68

Ely to Swanage by bus and foot

70Weekly Services

8h 26mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.9 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Bus Station via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Mowlem Court via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 26m.

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