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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Windermere is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Windermere is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Ely to Windermere?

The distance between Ely and Windermere is 247 miles. The road distance is 224.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Ely to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Windermere train from?

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

Where does the Ely to Windermere train arrive?

Ely to Windermere train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ely to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Windermere is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Ely to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3315+ hotels available in Windermere.

Ely to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 755 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 35m
£112–176
Drive 222.9 mi
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1. Drive from Ely to Windermerecar 222.9 mi
4h 14m
£55–80
Train via Hinckley
1. Take the train from Ely to Nuneatontrain
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 42m
£98–186
Train, line 755 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 Barclays Bankbus 755
7h 19m
£76–129

Ely to Windermere by train

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6h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 245.4 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 35m.

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